I got a blunt chest trauma. Clavicle, 2nd 3rd 4th ribs are fractured at left side. What to do now. No difficulty in breathing. How many days it ll heal? When should I use air travel? How many days chest rib ll be fixed or permanently they ll remain open? I have taken antibiotics to avoid pneumothorax.

Bone Fracture

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Dr. Prakhar SinghGeneral Physician7yrs exp

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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. In most cases, broken ribs usually heal on their own in one or two months. Adequate pain control is important so that you can continue to breathe deeply and avoid lung complications, such as pneumonia. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.

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