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How long does it take for a diaphragm and or an intercostal muscle injury to heal?
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Depends: Injury to the diaphragm is not feasible unless there is systemic muscle disease. Intercostal muscle could be injured as part of a bruise and would heal like a bruise. Wish you good health!
Answered 2/20/2021
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