Radhika Iyer Radhika Iyer Asked 9 months ago

Why is my broken rib pain getting worse?

I broke a rib a few weeks ago, and it was getting better, but since yesterday, the pain has suddenly increased a lot. It hurts more to breathe and move. Why is my broken rib pain getting worse after seeming to improve?

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Gaurav Gupta Gaurav Gupta Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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A broken rib, ouch! Your body's just reminding you it's still there and still very much broken, probably trying to get more attention. But seriously, if it's *worse*, don't play hero, call your doctor. Ribs are not to be messed with!

Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

If it's getting worse, you absolutely must talk to the doctor who treated you. Don't wait. Maybe you moved it wrongly, or there's some inflammation. A good hospital doc will know exactly what to look for. Just make that call now.

Sana Khan Sana Khan Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Oh, that sounds so painful! Broken ribs are no joke. Could you have maybe twisted or stretched in a way that irritated it? Or sometimes, the pain gets worse before it gets better as healing happens, but if it's intense, please just contact your doctor immediately. Better safe than sorry!

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Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I totally get how frustrating and scary it must be to feel the pain getting worse instead of better. It makes you worry, doesn't it? Please, for your own peace of mind and health, reach out to your doctor right away.

Meena Devi Meena Devi Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

My son had a broken rib once, and sometimes he would feel sharp pains if he coughed too hard or slept in a strange way. It's a sign to be extra careful. But if it's constant worsening pain, it's best to consult your doctor again. Don't take unnecessary chances.

Ramesh Rao Ramesh Rao Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Ah, broken bones take time, my mother always says. But if the pain is increasing, that is not good. Sometimes there can be small internal issues or irritation. Please don't ignore it, contact your doctor immediately. They will guide you best.

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Ritika Chopra Ritika Chopra Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much, but also don't ignore it! Ribs are super sensitive, maybe you did a wrong movement without realizing? But if the pain is actually increasing, seriously, just call your doc. Better to get it checked out again, yaar!

Karan Sharma Karan Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Broken rib? My entire body feels broken even without one, lol. But yeah, if the pain is spiking, that's not normal healing. My guess is your body is just protesting too much movement or not enough rest. But seriously, go get it re-evaluated by the doc, don't just suffer!

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