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I feel like something on that side of the rib cage will fall off. it's an unpleasant feeling. can a doctor pull those ribs outwards?

Q: i feel like something on that side of the rib cage will fall off. it's an unpleasant feeling. can a doctor pull those ribs outwards?

: No. It is not possible to pull out ribs in a clinic/office visit.

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Dr. Kevin Watson answered

No. It is not possible to pull out ribs in a clinic/office visit.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/2/2021

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A member asked:

I feel like something on that side of the rib cage will fall off. it's an unpleasant feeling. can a doctor pull those ribs outwards?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kevin Watson answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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