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Rib fracture
Diagnosed with rib fracture ...what is the procedure to get rid of it.....need second opinion as we r not sure are they taking correct follow up
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There seems to be multiple rib fractures along with other visceral injuries.
Kindly take your patient to a hospital.
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Abdominal and chest both injury need to be taken care of by close monitoring depends on haemodynamic status of patient .
Your treating doctor will take decision based on status .
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Dr. Vilas P Chavan
Orthopedic surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
Rest, Ice fomentation
Rib Compression Belt
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Any kind of painkiller
Tab Calcium Daily one month
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Consult with me for more details
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Rib belt
Rest for 2 week
Deep breathing exercise
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Regular follow up
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