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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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Suggest Treatment For Soreness In Knee And Lower Ribs After An Accident

Hi Dr. Rynne, I was struck by car two nights ago while walking (ironically, to lose weight and improve my fitness level). I have not been seen in an ER or by a medical professional. The only symptoms immediately after the accident were a sore knee (that feels much better today) and soreness in my left front lower ribs. This symptom worsened considerably overnight. Should I see a doctor? Or is this just that classic rib pain that I ve read so much about that cannot really be treated?
Thu, 31 Dec 2015
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YOU COULD HAVE FRACTURED RIBS .
CONSULT AN ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON AT THE EARLIEST.
HE WILL EXAMINE BOTH KNEE AND CHEST.
X RAY CHEST WILL SHOW THE EXACT CONDITION.
TEATMENT ACCORDINGLY
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Suggest Treatment For Soreness In Knee And Lower Ribs After An Accident

YOU COULD HAVE FRACTURED RIBS . CONSULT AN ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON AT THE EARLIEST. HE WILL EXAMINE BOTH KNEE AND CHEST. X RAY CHEST WILL SHOW THE EXACT CONDITION. TEATMENT ACCORDINGLY