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Could I Have Injured My Sternum If I Feel Constant Pain?

hi i injured my sternum but i do not think i have any broken ribs .it is agony when i cough or sneese but not in constant pain tenderness yes .what is best treatment could i have damaged cartilage .fell about 10 feet head first down on bags of clothes soft landing had my hands out to protect myself.would i need an exray .taking ibuprofen would etoflam gel be better will the soreness last for long

best wishes

patrick


Fri, 7 Mar 2014
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Hi Pat,
injuries to sternum take long time to heal due to constant respiratory movement of ribs and sternum. you may take any of the above said drug or gel and stop worrying about it. you do not need x ray.
Be patient and you will be free from pain in no earlier than 2-3 months.
hope this helped.
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Could I Have Injured My Sternum If I Feel Constant Pain?

Hi Pat, injuries to sternum take long time to heal due to constant respiratory movement of ribs and sternum. you may take any of the above said drug or gel and stop worrying about it. you do not need x ray. Be patient and you will be free from pain in no earlier than 2-3 months. hope this helped.