Have you ever cracked or broken a rib?

[hornetrider]

I think I've done mine the other day - its agony!! I had a stupid slip and fall whilst vaulting a gate (don't ask!) and now have a very dark purply bruise just under my pecs/manboob *delete as appropriate.

I didn't realise how much you use the muscles in that area of the body - standing up, sitting down, getting out of bed, deep breathing in, sneezing, coughing, the list goes on. There is quite a lot of pain actually and I have a fairly high threshold.

Given it was done approx 5 days ago - can anyone let me know how long I'm in for?! Any specific meds I should perhaps take?

The NHS website basically says don't bother going to the doc or A&E as they probably won't actually do anything, just send you on your way.

[hornetrider]

Thanks for the feedback chaps.

Balls!

[hornetrider]

I'm not using any drugs. The pain is ok if I don't move, I'm just taking it easy at the moment. First thing in the morning is worst when I've been still sleeping all night.

[hornetrider]

Hehe can't say I've had a problem wiping my ass!

Had a choking fit today as I coughed while eating and some food went down the wrong way.

fking agony!