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Multiple rib fractures
Multiple rib fractures is condition where multiple ribs have been broken, most often due to trauma. Rib fractures are painful, and can make it difficult to breathe because of pain.
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What are the tests for multiple rib fractures?
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Treatment options for multiple rib fractures? Thanks!
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What are the symptoms following multiple rib fractures?
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The thought of getting multiple rib fractures scares me. What are risk factors for it?
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A 39-year old asked:
Following a bike accident I suffered multiple rib fractures. the ribs have not healed right. What are my options?
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Can you get multiple rib fractures from falling while skating?
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Multiple rib fracture headaches dizziness?
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A 37-year old asked:
Multiple rib fracture headaches and dizziness. What could this be?
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A 48-year old asked:
To what extent should I rest for multiple fractures on ribs?
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A 41-year old asked:
What to do if someone got a fractured rib for first aid?
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A 37-year old asked:
Do rib fractures heal by themselves or not?
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Are thin ribs more prone to fractures and breaks?
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A 45-year old asked:
How can you tell if you have a cracked or fractured rib and not just the cartilage pains?
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A 49-year old asked:
I have 3 broke ribs and fractured sternum and am in very bad pain. Please help?
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A 43-year old asked:
Will extra calcium intake help speed up the healing process of a fractured rib?
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A 47-year old asked:
I have 3 broke ribs and fractured sternum and am in very bad pain. What would be the quickest way to relief?
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A 38-year old female asked:
I found out in the er that have a fractured rib, given Vicodin should I return to work before following up with a doctor?
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A 49-year old female asked:
What should i be taking to minimise risk of osteoporosis -- had numerus rib fractures over recent years -some spontanious?
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A 46-year old asked:
Hurts to take a deep breath and whenever i sit up theres a dull pain on my left ribcage. could it be a fractured or bruised rib?
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A 37-year old male asked:
Fractured ribs on both sides in two accidents the last one was in feb. I can't lay my sides or my stomach cause of pain . Should I see doct or chiro ?
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A 23-year old female asked:
Why would there be low 02 saturation levels for someone with fractured ribs and a ruptured spleen?
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A 45-year old asked:
What are the symptoms of a rib fracture besides pain?
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What are the complications of an untreated rib fracture?
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What medication for hairline fracture in rib?
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A 38-year old asked:
Is it very painful to crack or fracture a rib?
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Could a rib fracture affect the heart?
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A 53-year old male asked:
Have 2 ribs fractured as result of a cough.Is vitamine D and calcium supp a good option for healing?
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A 39-year old asked:
Is the normal rib fractures recovery time 9 months?
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A 35-year old male asked:
Are rib fractures from severe coughing really a rare event?
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A 60-year old male asked:
I have either a bruised or fractured rib after falling off my bike I have an ICD fitted that seems ok I am going on a walking holiday do I need X-ra?
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