Took a fall and landed on ground with my right arm tucked against my right rib cage. after the initial pain subsided somewhat i kept working. As the day went on my right side became more sore to the touch and any torquing movement got more severe. If I lay on my left side and press on my right upper ribs there is little pain. If I lay on my right side and press on my upper ribs the pain is about an 8 on 1 to 10 scale, 10 being most severe. I m thinking I may have bruised my liver . Any thoughts?
Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor, thank you for your query. I think this is just contusion of abdominal wall and ribs. Much harder hit is necessary to cause liver injury, so I don't think you should be concerned. Of course, be cautious and watch for any new signs. Pain may persist for 7-14 days and just take painkillers and rest. If pain persists you should do rib X-ray and liver ultrasound. Wish you good health. Regards.