Question 1

i have this pain under my right side under my rib it comes and go. i have been nausea. when i walk it hurts or when i lay. what could it be?

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Exam: Have a thorough exam and chest xray.nGet a venous doppler of your legs and don't ignore these symtptoms.

Question 2

i'm having pain under my right side rib cage that becomes extremely painful when coughing, sneezing, inhaling deeply, or getting up from laying down. ?

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More info?: Is it sharp or achy? How long does it last? Anything make it better?  Any fevers?   Does food affect the pain?  Have you had any surgery ? How long has it been there?  Have you tried any medications? Did they work?  Did you injure yourself? Pulled muscle etc?  Has anyone done any studies? Need a bit more info?  Possible causes: gallbladder? Pneumonia? Ge issues? Muscle strain? Kidney?

Question 3

how come i have pain under the right side of my rib cage?

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Unclear: If you have had recent trauma, cracked ribs can be diagnosed on ct scan and often times on x-ray also.  If you are having pain under the right rib cage, it may be your gallbladder.  See a physician if your pain is persistent/severe.

Question 4

my boyfriend has hep c we have had unprotected sex and now i have pain under the right side of my rib cage what could be wrong?

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Hepatitis C: Hepatitis ( A, B, and C) can be transmitted sexually. You need to be seen for testing and start using condoms to decrease your risk. Be safe!

Question 5

pain under right side of my rib cage since 5 am. hurts to breath move do anything. had gastric bypass 3/29. swollen to touch. need er? what is it?

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When to get checked: Okay to call in to your doc and your family. They may advise you to go to er for cxr and labs. Have a friend drive you.

Question 6

it hurts to exhale & i have a really bad sharp pain under my right side of my ribs, what does it mean?

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Right ribs pain: Several things come to mind, from costochondritis (inflammation of the cartilage between the ribs), cardiac, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, respiratory, psychogenic, to herpes zoster, to drug abuse. Consult your physician for a workup.

Question 7

i have a lot of pain under my right side of my ribs. it feels swollen and is tender to touch. any suggestions to what it might be?

Accepted Answer

Gall bladder? C MD: Gall bladder and liver are under the right side of ribs (colon too) problem with any of them can cause pain, tenderness to touch; swelling more likely associated with inflamed gall bladder. Less likely other possibilities.

See a doc now.

Question 8

what to do if i have sharp pain under my right side ribs cage and my feet also swells when i wake up at the morning.?

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Connection?: what makes you think the two are connected? swollen ankles are common especially in women, you may also have some varicose veins

Question 9

pain under the right side rib cage goes away when i stretch or rub it  but very iratting?

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Possibly muscular: Your pain is possibly due to muscle strain/spasm. But, there are also other potential causes. If you've done recent heavy lifting/strenuous exercise, had a cold wherein you coughed a lot, etc, then this is very much possible. If this persists, it is wise to have your doctor examine you to evaluate thoroughly and provide you with the appropriate treatment. Best wishes.

Question 10

what causes sharp pain under the right side of rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder: The most common cause  would be gallstones. Other possibilities would be ulcer pain, reflux, pancreatitis and some types of liver disease. See your physician and get it checked out.

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I have this pain under my right side under my rib it comes and go. i have been nausea. when i walk it hurts or when i lay. what could it be?

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I'm having pain under my right side rib cage that becomes extremely painful when coughing, sneezing, inhaling deeply, or getting up from laying down. ?

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How come i have pain under the right side of my rib cage?

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My boyfriend has hep c we have had unprotected sex and now i have pain under the right side of my rib cage what could be wrong?

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Pain under right side of my rib cage since 5 am. hurts to breath move do anything. had gastric bypass 3/29. swollen to touch. need er? what is it?

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It hurts to exhale & i have a really bad sharp pain under my right side of my ribs, what does it mean?

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I have a lot of pain under my right side of my ribs. it feels swollen and is tender to touch. any suggestions to what it might be?

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What to do if i have sharp pain under my right side ribs cage and my feet also swells when i wake up at the morning.?

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Pain under the right side rib cage goes away when i stretch or rub it but very iratting?

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What causes sharp pain under the right side of rib cage?

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