Chest Pain caused by a punch

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Asked for Male, 18 Years

I got punched to the rib in a fight. It hurts real bad when i laugh,breathe deeply or cough. I thought it was a broken rib but it doesn't hurt on touch nor does it hurt when i move my torso. It hurts for 4 days and it shows no signs of improving, i think it actually gets worse. Could it be a serious problem? Should i visit a doctor?

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Dr. Amit Kumar Poddar Pulmonologist 44 yrs exp Kolkata · Accepted Answer

Dr. Amit Kumar Poddar

Pulmonologist 44 yrs exp Kolkata

CXR- PA view is needed. Deep breathing. Local hot fomentation are helpful.It will take several weeks to subside

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