Kristin D. asked
I heard a grinding sound and felt two pops while reaching for a sock, resulting in sharp pain in my rib area under my left breast. The pain is constant but more intense when I take a deep breath. I had an x-ray which showed no fractures. I am managing the pain with Toradol and steroid shots, over-the-counter Aleve, and am currently on Trazadone, Sertraline, Symbicort, and Albuterol inhalers. I am 59 years old with a history of COPD and osteopenia. What should I do for this rib pain?
October 29th, 2024
Ricardo D. answered
The pain you're experiencing is likely due to a bruised or strained rib, as your x-ray showed no fra...
October 29th, 2024
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