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I just fell down the steps. i have a visible bruise above my butt on the right side. i hit shout 3 steps on the way down. i know i hit my back im currently anxious and was before hand should i worry about serious injuries i have some pain in my arms?

Q: i just fell down the steps. i have a visible bruise above my butt on the right side. i hit shout 3 steps on the way down. i know i hit my back im currently anxious and was before hand should i worry about serious injuries i have some pain in my arms?

: There is no way to know from your description whether you could have suffered a serious injury in your fall. If you hit your head or you notice any persistent pain or new symptoms, you should be seen urgently. Good luck.

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

There is no way to know from your description whether you could have suffered a serious injury in your fall. If you hit your head or you notice any persistent pain or new symptoms, you should be seen urgently. Good luck.

Dr Colantino agreed

Answered 2/3/2023

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A member asked:

I just fell down the steps. i have a visible bruise above my butt on the right side. i hit shout 3 steps on the way down. i know i hit my back im currently anxious and was before hand should i worry about serious injuries i have some pain in my arms?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Dr Colantino agreed

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