A member asked:

Got punched in my right ribs coudnt breath for a second. now it hurts if i touch it but doesnt hurt if i move or laugh or stretch is it just bruised?

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Dr. Eddie Cheng answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Chest wall contusion: If you were punched from the front and feel painful when you press over the area with your fingers, most likely you have suffered a chest wall contusion. You are expected to feel better in a week. If you feel pain with cough, or compression from both sides, you may need to check with your doctor to rule out rib fracture.

Answered 10/3/2017

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