what are signs of a cracked rib?
<answer> The signs of a cracked rib are swelling in chest area, Bruise in chest area, Increasing shortness of breath, Coughing up blood. <context> Signs one may have a broken rib are: Pain on inhalation; Swelling in chest area; Bruise in chest area; Increasing shortness of breath; Coughing up blood (rib may have damaged lung)