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How to treat bruised ribs
Seek immediate medical attention if you have shortness of breath or chest pain.
A rib that's bruised or cracked is damaged, but still in its place in the rib cage. A broken rib, however, is dangerous because it's been dislodged from its normal position, and could potentially puncture a blood vessel, lung, or another organ.
Seek medical attention instead of attempting to treat yourself at home if you suspect your ribs are broken instead of bruised. Lightly run your hands over your ribcage.