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I think I've broke my rib
I was elbowed in the ribs about a week ago at work and it's been really hurting now I'm struggling to breath properly what shall I do
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Meet an orthopaedic doctor Get chest x ray And if there is a fracture a rib belt with analgesics will be sufficient
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