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[|Human|] Good Afternoon,I was hit by a car 3 days ago on my left side( was walking) X rays were taken  and they show chest and upper extremity contusions. I just feel the pain is getting worse in the last 1 day in my chest . It is hard to sit or lay down, standing seems to be the most comfortable position. Sneezing cause  sharp impossible pain. Is this normal? I do not want to rush to the doctor or emergency room. Thank you for your advice in advance!
[|AI|]  Hello rearward welcome to Chat Doctor.come have evaluated your query thoroughly.* There are different possibilities for this pain as - muscle pulling - ligament inflammation or irritation due to contusion - nerve endings irritation - hematoma related positional pain - secondary rib inflammation or pleural involvement .* Recommendations for better recovery-Alternate application of ice and heating pad.- Local application of analgesic ointment or spray will help a lot.- Tab. Advil or other painkiller 3 times a day after meals.- Avoid sudden bending or weight lifting. Hope this will help you for sure. Regards.