I fractured two ribs on the left side its been six weeks and I am still swelling and feel pain in certain circumstances. I went to doctor today and she said I should be better and going back to work. My question is how can someone tell you how you feel, I understand she s the doctor but everyone doesn t heal alike! Then it s like I m not believed! It really upsets me when somebody tells you how you feel!dgorham
Hi, thanks for your query. I really sympathize with you and can understand your feelings as it has been 6 weeks since your injury. But please remember, bones take their own time to heal and in case of rib fracture we can't do much as this area is always moving with your breathing. Your doctor told you to go back to work as 4-6 weeks is the average time for it to heal(but can take a bit longer time in some cases, also everyone's pain tolerance level is also different)also not going to work for long might trouble you further you can slowly get back to your work according to your comfort level. Initially start with less activity and gradually increase as you feel better. Please don't be upset. Hope I have been of help if satisfied, please don't forget to rate my reply thank you