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I fell on a cemented road while sprinting sustained a big cut on my leg bruises on my hands and stomach. Pain in rib cage
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you need physical examination to rule out any fracture or any other internal injury. Pain in the rib cage after a fall can range from a muscle bruise to a fracture . You must get a Tetanus (TT) shot if you haven't had one in the last 5 years.
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Wash your hands first. Gently rinse the leg cut and other abrasions with lukewarm water or a mild antiseptic solution. Avoid harsh scrubbing. Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment like Neosporin.Use ice pack for 20 minutes during the first 48 hours to reduce swelling. pain relievers like acetaminophen only if your liver is ok. Try sleeping in a semi upright position with extra pillows to make breathing more comfortable.
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If the pain is intense or you felt a crack during the fall, an X-ray or CT scan may be needed to rule out a displaced fracture.
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Take TT inj and painkiller in nearby health centre
Apply betadine ointment to bruises
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Take antibiotics and painkiller tablets for a week
Health Tips
Keep the wound dry
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clean the wounds twice a day and apply mupirocin ointment and 5 days of antibiotics Amoxiclav 625mg twice a day
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Take pain relief tab + apply silverex oint xray if severe
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The wound appears to be a superficial, abrasion of the skin over the knee.Clean with betadine cleanser,apply fucidin cream,cover with a paraffin gauze.Take OTC analgesics and injection tetanus toxoid
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This is a superficial abrasion (road rash) with raw exposed skin and surrounding bruising. No signs of deep cut, but risk of infection is present due to open wound and contamination from road
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-Clean wound thoroughly with clean water or saline to remove dirt
-Apply antiseptic solution and keep it covered with sterile dressing
-Use topical antibiotic ointment to prevent infection
-Take tetanus vaccine if not taken in last 5 years
-Take painkiller like paracetamol if needed
-Need to take chest xray to rule out any fractures
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-Do daily dressing and keep wound clean and dry
-Avoid touching or scratching the area
-Watch for signs of infection like pus, increasing redness, fever
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Do visit hospital or clinics for chest (rib cage)pain
To rule out fracture or muscle injury
For pain u can take tab ultracet bd
With rantac 150 bd
Cleaning wound with sprit (LA)
Applying t bact on it (LA)
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proper rest avoid straneous movements
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Good to know that you are seeking help. First clean the wound with warm water and cover the wound with clean cloth.
If you haven't taken TT injection within 6 months, it is good to visit a doctor at a hospital. Get vaccinated and get the wound cleaned and dressed
As chest pain can also be caused by rib fracture. There is a chance of fracture. So it is good to evaluate with chest x ray.
Kindly get an opinion at nearby hospital.
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Superficial wound + bruising.
Clean, apply antiseptic/ointment, keep covered.
Rib pain likely muscle injury—rest; if severe pain or breathing issue, get X-ray. Consult doctor if needed.
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First of all get a tetanus shot if you have not received it within last 5 years.
For your leg injury get plain paracetamol 650 twice a day after lunch and dinner 3 days and oint mupirocine apply it locally
For your chest trauma take deep breaths hold it for 10-15 sec repeat this 10 -15 times a day( called deep breathing exercises) ,if still not solved get a chest xray
Apply the oint anywhere there is cut. And bruises will go on its own.
If any pain persist for more than 5 days with treatment get consultation and if you are diabetic then also get consultation as quickly as possible
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Youll need to receive first aid at a medical care facility and evaluation to check for rib fracture. Plus TT injection if not vaccinated in the last 5 years
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Get inj tt ..and xray chest for pain in abdomen to rule out ribs fracture..take tablet zerodol sp bd 3 days and and you can use tbact oint over the cut wound…
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You need medicines and wound care . please consult.
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Please get X ray chest to exclude fracture of ribs.
Take tab zerodol sp one every 8hours for 5 days, for pain.
Visit a hospital asap, to assess injuries and manage accordingly.
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You should visit a nearby hospital today, especially because:
The cut looks significant
Rib injury needs evaluation
You may need tetanus injection + antibiotics
Next Steps
visit a nearby doctor
Health Tips
Keep wound clean and dry
Rest for a few days (no running/sports)
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Visit nearby hospital to manage it properly.
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This appears to be a superficial abrasion and bruising after a fall. The wound does not look very deep but needs proper cleaning and dressing to prevent infection. Rib pain is likely due to muscle contusion, but fracture should be ruled out if pain is not severe.
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Clean the wound thoroughly with clean water/antiseptic, apply antibiotic ointment, and keep it covered with a sterile dressing. Take pain relief if needed. Get a tetanus shot if not taken in the last 1 year. If rib pain is significant, breathing is painful, or swelling increases, get an X-ray.
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Increasing redness, pus, fever, severe swelling, or difficulty breathing → consult a doctor immediately.
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5 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
You can apply soframycin for abrasions but for chest injury please go for a chest xray
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If any complaints of shortness of breath go to nearest hospital
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Very bad bruise.
Clean with betadine solution.
Locally apply t bact ointment with fucidine ointment.
Two times.
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Augmentine duo625 three times a day after food for 7 to ten days.
Zerodol sp three times a day after food for five days.
Montek lc one at night after dinner for 7 days.
Continue dressing till scab formed.
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Dr. Sumit Verma
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5 yrs exp
Kanpur
Take antibiotics with anti-inflammatory painkiller and apply betadine ointment
For more discussion you can contact me directly on practo
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Shah Deeba Khan
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Srinagar
Hello, based on your history and the image, you have a superficial abrasion (road rash). While the skin injury is visible, the rib cage pain requires careful monitoring to rule out a minor fracture or internal bruising."
1. Wound Management (Knee/Hands/Abdomen):
Cleaning: Gently clean the area with normal saline or lukewarm water to remove any road grit. Avoid harsh scrubbing.
Dressing: Apply a thin layer of an antibiotic ointment (e.g., Mupirocin or Neosporin) and cover it with a non-stick sterile dressing (like Jelonet) to keep the wound moist for faster healing.
Tetanus: Ensure your Tetanus Toxoid (TT) shot is up to date (within the last 5 years).
2. Rib Cage Pain Management:
Deep Breathing: Take 10 deep breaths every hour. It may hurt slightly, but this is crucial to prevent lung congestion (atelectasis) following blunt chest trauma.
Rest: Avoid heavy lifting or twisting movements for the next 7–10 days.
3. Seek Immediate Physical Consultation If:
The rib pain makes it very difficult to take a deep breath.
You develop a fever or see pus/increasing redness around the leg wound.
You experience any shortness of breath or persistent cough.
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Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Hello,
I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician (Ex Govt Medical Officer at RML Hospital, New Delhi), and your case has been allotted to me.
Thank you for sharing the image. I understand this must be painful.
What I see from the image
⢠A superficial abrasion (road rash) over the knee
⢠One raw red exposed area
⢠Surrounding bruising and mild swelling
ð This looks like a soft tissue injury with skin abrasion, not a deep cut, which is reassuring.
What you should do now
Wound care (most important)
⢠Wash gently with clean water or saline
⢠Apply povidone iodine or chlorhexidine
⢠Cover with a non sticking sterile dressing
⢠Change dressing once daily
⢠Do not let dirt or sweat accumulate
Pain and swelling
⢠Apply ice pack for 24 hours then warm compress
⢠Keep leg elevated when resting
⢠Avoid excessive walking or bending
Medicines
⢠Paracetamol for pain
⢠Antibiotic ointment can be applied locally
(Systemic antibiotics only if signs of infection)
Very important
ð Check tetanus status
⢠If not taken in last 5 years, take TT injection
When to consult a doctor urgently
⢠Increasing redness, swelling, or pus
⢠Fever
⢠Severe pain or difficulty walking
⢠Blackening of skin or delayed healing
Healing time
⢠Usually heals in 7 to 10 days
⢠May leave temporary dark mark which fades gradually
This is a common injury and fully recoverable with proper care. No signs of deep damage from the image.
For personalised follow up or wound care guidance, you can reach out to me on WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven for this or any other problem in future.
Wishing you quick healing.
Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Soframycin skin ointment
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Apply soframycin ointment twice a day
Tab Cefixime twice a day
Tab Flexion twice a day
Get X ray of Knee jojnt
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Dr. Davra Kaushalkumar Dilipbhai
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Keep it dry
Do not rub
Apply soframycine
Tab zerodol. Sp for pain two tims a day for 3 days
Take tt inj
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
It is on bony part
It takes time to heal
Next Steps
do consult
Health Tips
take a glass of milk daily
take TT booster if not taken in past 5 years
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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