Chest contusion: When to call
Call 911 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if:
- You have severe trouble breathing.
- You cough up blood.
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
- You have belly pain.
- You are dizzy or lightheaded, or you feel like you may faint.
- You develop new symptoms with the chest pain.
- Your chest pain gets worse.
- You have a fever.
- You have some shortness of breath.
- You have a cough that brings up mucus from the lungs.
Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
- Your chest pain is not improving after 1 week.