Is my sternum bruised or fractured???

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One week ago today, I was somewhat hit in the chest. I had an initial pain that took my breath away. It last for about 3 minutes. Later that day, it began to hurt when I laughed, yawned, turned a certain away or was hugged. Any pressure to my chest, sternum area, hurts sooo bad. It wakes me in the night and when I turn certain ways. How long shouold I wait until I see a doctor? Could it be a bruise or more?

BedsonTrudeau · Moderator Joined: 02 Jan 2007 Posts: 942

It could be a bruise on the bone or flesh, but it could also be a broken or cracked rib or a bruised lung. Although you're probably just fine, I suggest you go to the doctor to make sure that everything's okay.

Is my sternum bruised or fractured???

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