How to judge whether rib fracture?

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Human ribs are elastic and generally not easy to break. But when the ribs are subjected to direct or indirect force, it will cause fractures. For example, the ribs are hit and squeezed by external forces. The diagnosis of rib fracture is not very difficult, and the characteristics of the body should be carefully examined. How to judge whether rib fracture? Next, I'd like to share my views with you.

How to judge whether rib fracture?

Chest pain after fracture is the most common symptom. After rib fracture, it will stimulate the nearby nerves to produce pain, which is unbearable when it is serious. Pressing with hands can cause obvious pain, even when the patient sneezes or coughs, he has severe pain, and is accompanied by dyspnea and other symptoms. The patient's secretion retention due to pain aggravates the patient's dyspnea.

Careful observation of patients with rib fracture, local depression can be seen in the fracture area. When the front and rear chest are compressed, the patient can feel or directly hear the sound of bone friction. The local part of the chest becomes soft because of losing the support of the ribs, which is contrary to the common breathing phenomenon, causing dyspnea.

X-ray examination is the most intuitive and accurate method to judge the fracture. It can clearly see the fracture point of rib fracture, check the fracture or dislocation of rib, and see whether the internal organs are damaged. After X-ray confirmed, it can be better symptomatic treatment. Generally, patients are required to have X-ray examination again in a month or so to make a definite diagnosis, and whether the early detection results have missed diagnosis.

matters needing attention

Rib fracture patients, as soon as possible to go to the hospital for treatment, symptomatic treatment. If there is no serious problem, stay in bed and rest. Pay attention to light diet. Eat more fresh fruits, vegetables and foods with high protein content to ensure adequate nutrition. At the same time, avoid smoking and alcohol, and avoid eating spicy, cold and greasy food, so as to promote the early recovery of the body.