HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Severe Pain In The Chest After Injury?

default
Posted on Mon, 26 Dec 2016
Question: Fell on my chest on the left side 3days ago. Severe pain when I try to walk and breathe.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (47 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Rib fractures

Detailed Answer:
Hi there.

Thanks for the query.

You seem to have fractured one or more ribs.

Avoid lying on the injured side. Apply ice pack. Take pain killers. Do get a chest Xray and upload for my review.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Aashish Raghu

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Practicing since :2011

Answered : 5482 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
What Causes Severe Pain In The Chest After Injury?

Brief Answer: Rib fractures Detailed Answer: Hi there. Thanks for the query. You seem to have fractured one or more ribs. Avoid lying on the injured side. Apply ice pack. Take pain killers. Do get a chest Xray and upload for my review. Regards, Dr. Aashish Raghu