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What Causes Persistent Pain In The Broken Ribs?
Hello. I m a 44yo old woman. In January, I broke two ribs. While most days, the pain has quelled. However, it s August and my ribs are still tender. Today is almost as unbearable as the first days after the initial break. Is it possible the ribs have not healed?
Mon, 4 May 2015
Dear Sir/Madam
I have gone through your query and read your symptoms.
In my opinion, yes it is quite possible that it may not have healed. but usually despite not uniting ribs become painless, it may be some sharp broken part hurting or may be any other reason for your pain, having a x ray and ct scan will help reach the cause.
I hope that answers your query. If you want any more clarification, contact me back.
I have gone through your query and read your symptoms.
In my opinion, yes it is quite possible that it may not have healed. but usually despite not uniting ribs become painless, it may be some sharp broken part hurting or may be any other reason for your pain, having a x ray and ct scan will help reach the cause.
I hope that answers your query. If you want any more clarification, contact me back.
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