Hi My son is 6 years old and when he was 3 years old he fell on a protruding stick and a haemotoma formed on his rib. lately he complains of pain in that area when he runs or rides his bike. should i get this checked and if so do I consult a orthapedic surgeon for the answers ?
Hi... I do not think the 3-year-old injury could be a reason for the pain now. It could be a muscular pain the same area incidentally or a rib problem. I suggest you see your sons' pediatrician first rather than an orthopedic surgeon. Meanwhile, for pain - Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15\u00a0mg/kg/dose (maximum ceiling dose of 500\u00a0mg) every 4-6th hourly that too only if fever is more than 100F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol. Regards -