The sternum: Anthony Summers describes the signs and symptoms of fracture to the sternum and highlights the investigations that should be undertaken for patients with sternal injurydoi:10.7748/EN2006.07.14.4.20.C4234Anthony Summers
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Occasionally, the joints and cartilage where ribs attach to the sternum (breastbone) may become inflamed. The pain tends to occur with a deep breath, and there is a tenderness that can be felt when the sides of the sternum are palpated or touched. If there is swelling and inflammation ass...
Once fused, the pain in the spine disappears, but the affected individual has a complete loss of spine mobility. This might lead to a slight hunched forward posture as well as restriction of motion. These fused spines are particularly brittle and vulnerable to breakage (fracture) when involved ...
Causes of Hip Pain The pain in the hip area is caused by numerous factors. For athletes and people with active lifestyle, the most common cause is stress fracture. For elderly patients, hip fracture is a common problem. Muscle strains can also lead to dull pain in the hip area. Other ...
Spinal fracture Spinal abscess and hematoma [4] Thecal Sac Compression : Signs, Symptoms, and Diagnosis Lower back pain Muscle weakness Edematous nerve root Flattening of the thecal sac is noticed in patients with mild stenosis of the spinal canal. ...
of the sternum Burning persistent Tracheobr- onchitis Chest wall overlying the process Sharp, knifelike Persistent, or disappear breath Pleural pain Location quality duration Aggravating factors problem Retrosternal, may radiate to the back Burning, ...
Apneumothorax(collapsed lung) may also occur with a rib fracture and sharp force injury that penetrates the chest wall. Muscle Strain The intercostal and pectoral muscles may also chest pain. Weight lifting, strenuous physical activity especially if it involves the upper limbs, a persistent cough ...
The treatment foreye problemscaused by ankylosing spondylitis, such as uveitis oriritis, depends upon the severity of the inflammation. For uveitis or iritis associated with ankylosing spondylitis, the treatment consists of topical corticosteroid eye drops and a dilating (cycloplegic) eye drop.Steroids...