At Belk we appreciate your business and value you as a customer. Our goal is to offer merchandise that meets your needs for fashion, quality and value, and to offer superior customer service.
Symptoms of Cracked Ribs. Common symptom of cracked ribs is a severe chest pain. The pain worsens with deep breathing, coughing, laughing and moving. This pain should not be ignored because it may indicate perforation of the lungs which is a dangerous condition and requires immediate treatment.
What else do I need to know about rib fractures? Flail chest occurs if 3 or more of your ribs are broken in 2 or more places. This condition may make it hard for you to breathe. Normally, when you take a breath, your rib cage expands. Flail chest prevents your ribs from expanding. This can cause your broken ribs to push inward on your organs. What are the signs and symptoms of a rib fracture? Chest wall pain that worsens when you breathe, move, or cough