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I hit myself about 4 inches below the armpit what is the chances of internal bleeding? i fell from standing im 52 tall, no redness but a bit of pain only when i lift arm a trip did not start this fall. i just lost balance. happened 5sec ago. thks?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Rib(s) has (have) to be broken before any internal injury with bleeding may occur. If you do not have any significant pain when taking a deep breath or cough, your thorax is safe and same are your internal organs.

Answered 10/9/2022

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