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I am 71 yrs old i broke a rib
It's been three days now.... it is very very very swollen at E.R. THEY GIVE ME A SCRIPT FOR 5 MG VIKADEN...DOESN'T EVEN TOUCH THE PAIN.
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Rib fracture can be extremely painful You can wear a rib belt Visit an Orthopaedic Surgeon Take a treatment accordingly Within 14 days it should settle It heals on its own as it has muscle support
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