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I was thrown forward very forcefully while horseriding and it feels like ive fractured a rib. i have fractured 2 ribs before so i know what fractured ribs feel like. i need to see a gp for pain medication.

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Fall from horse: Would go to local ER or urgent care for full evaluation.

Answered 9/21/2020

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