Question 1

i have pain on the left side under the rib cage mid torso where the rib curves, when i exercise and breath its like a sharp pain what is causing this?

Accepted Answer

Needs to be checked: The chest pain on left side the type you describe at your age is usually caused by inflammation in your ribs and joints of the chest wall .especially when you move the ribs on exercising and breathing.But it can also be caused by Heart problem like Angina or MI.Especially in Diabetics even at age of 23 . I suggest you get yourself checked by your Doctor asap or go to ER and get checked .

Question 2

what could be the reason for a sharp pain on the left side under the rib cage and radiates torward left leg and lower back?

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A herniated disk: In the lumbar spine can give you this kind of pain by pressing on the nerves that go to your side and to your leg. Best thing for you to do is see a pain physician for a history, physical exam, imaging and a treatment plan.

Question 3

i have been throwing up everyday. i have stomach pains and pain on the left side under the rib cage. also have a light lump in the area right by the stomach.

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For chronic emesis: Please let your parents know. 
This warrants medical evaluation.

Question 4

stabbing\pinching pain left side under rib cage. what can it be?

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Pain under rib cage : on the left side it is possibly related to a muscle problem, or a previous fractured rib. Or to an enlarged spleen or stomach related.

Question 5

what does pain on the lower left side under the rib cage mean?

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Consider being seen: There are a number of possibilities and if it does not improve, you should consider being seen.  Among the structures on the left side in that area are the lung, ribs, stomach and pancreas, all of which could potentially cause pain.  Costochondritis, which is an inflammation of the rib-cartilage junction is among the more common causes and is quite benign, but you could also have a pneumonia.

Question 6

last night i woke up in agony unbearable sudden pain left side of my stomach & under the rib cage i had a short vaginal bleed also what could this be?

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Abdominal pain: Severe abdominal pains should not be taken lightly. Left upper quadrant of the abdomen has the pancreas, one kidney, part of the stomach part of the lung, part of the small and large intestines and the spleen. In addition, there's the rib, muscles and even sometimes the heart. This is no place to make such decision. Please visit your doctor and be evaluated for proper treatment.

Question 7

sharp pain left side lower rib cage?

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Need tests to treat: If pain is sharp , need to find thecause by exam and tests to find the cause , please  see your doctor , or go to nearest er.

Question 8

slight pain left side of back below rib cage spreading up to shoulders  worse when standing and active deep breathing makes me cough and feels cold?

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Tough: How long has problem occurred ?  Could be many causes.  Early shingles, spasms between ribs, irritation  at rib/cartilage junction, something going on in lung base, somatic (muscles and connective tissue).  You are going to need to get this one checked out.

Question 9

i got acid reflux problem.im taking nexium (esomeprazole).but from last 2 weeks i have back pain left side close to shoulder  blade  in rib cage area. why is that?

Accepted Answer

?unrelated: Stomach intestinal issues should not be referred to the back unless something serious is going on such as perforation, pancreatitis, bleeding. If you have pain in your shoulder it could be referred pain or something completely unrelated. For this type of complaint a face to face with your doctor will likely provide better answers to a complex question. Good luck

Question 10

7 days of tender pain left side rib cage  when sleeping on that side. no trauma,  could it be muscular? carried heavy things 2 weeks ago. hurts worse lying, but still hurts sometimes when moving  not when still doenst hurt. hurts to press on a little

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Ribs pain : Generally, if a muscle or bone is tender when palpating it (touching it) and it the location of the pain one can conclude it is the source of pain. At times it still can mean that there is a referral of pain from other regions of the body like an organ inflamed. See your doctor

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I have pain on the left side under the rib cage mid torso where the rib curves, when i exercise and breath its like a sharp pain what is causing this?

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What could be the reason for a sharp pain on the left side under the rib cage and radiates torward left leg and lower back?

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I have been throwing up everyday. i have stomach pains and pain on the left side under the rib cage. also have a light lump in the area right by the stomach.

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Stabbing\pinching pain left side under rib cage. what can it be?

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What does pain on the lower left side under the rib cage mean?

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Last night i woke up in agony unbearable sudden pain left side of my stomach & under the rib cage i had a short vaginal bleed also what could this be?

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Sharp pain left side lower rib cage?

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Slight pain left side of back below rib cage spreading up to shoulders worse when standing and active deep breathing makes me cough and feels cold?

A member asked:

I got acid reflux problem.im taking nexium (esomeprazole).but from last 2 weeks i have back pain left side close to shoulder blade in rib cage area. why is that?

A member asked:

7 days of tender pain left side rib cage when sleeping on that side. no trauma, could it be muscular? carried heavy things 2 weeks ago. hurts worse lying, but still hurts sometimes when moving not when still doenst hurt. hurts to press on a little

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