Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.
Dear I read your query and reviewed it with context to your query facts.
I understood your health concerns and feel Concerned about them.
Based on the facts of your query, you seem to suffer from-
Untreated Multiple Rib Fractures.
If not treated it could cause non-union as the ribs are not fixed by
Remedy-
Get Xray Chest Ap and oblique to fix the rib fractures .
Consult the Surgeon / Chest Surgeon.Assess the case for physical damage.
Who,would plan the Straping -to fix the multiple fractured rib segments x 3 -6 weeks for hairline rib fractures and 6-12 weeks for displaced rib fractures.
Narcotic Painkillers-like Tramadol+Paracetamol-like Ultracet-1 tab Sos pain-x 3 -6 tabs maximum if kidney functions are normal, with alkalizers and plenty of fluids.If need be nerve blocks at the painful spots and at post-costo-chondral sites is suggested.
Usually- pain is relieved by 3- 6 weeks.If it persists still displaced fracture needs intercostal nerve blocks Sos with Narcotic +paracetamol.
Vit D3 +Calcium to aid fast healing with
alendronate (biphosphonates) in cases of aged with osteoporotic rib fractures+
Calcitonin may be needed.
High protein balanced diet would help fast recovery of rib fractures.
Conservative management is the mainstay of multiple fracture rib.
Tightness in chest and bruised rib is to be managed with
physiotherapy with lung tapping in dependant positions, to avoid
pneumonia from
hypoventilation and improper
drainage of bronchial secretions.
Hope this would help you to treat your health issues in the best way possible.
Welcome for any further query in this regard.
Good Day!!
Dr.Savaskar M.N.
Senior Surgical Specialist
M.S.Genl-CVTS