Question 1

constant pain in right side of back under ribs and just below. pain and discomfort also felt at the front on right below ribs?

Accepted Answer

Liver: Gall bladder, kidney ?  If it hurts with eating fatty foods, it's probably your gallbladder. See your G.I. Doctor for further evaluation..

Question 2

when standing after sitting for a period of time i have pain on my left side on my back under my ribs?

Accepted Answer

Could be serious: This could be something as simple as a pulled muscle or could be a serious sign of disease:  such as heart disease, kidney problmes or spleen problems.  It would be best to get a physical exam to further explore this complaint

Question 3

i have massive throbbing pain on my left side on the back side and under my ribs?

Accepted Answer

Pains: Back pain can be annoying as you are finding out.  Massive pain should be evaluated to help diagnose and then treat your issues, best wishes.

Question 4

hi my 19 year daughter has pain and burning on the right side of her back under rib cage. it goes away if she stays still but still tense?

Accepted Answer

Mgt.: Please check her temperature, and ibuprofen for the pain may provide relief. If the pain persists or worsens, a visit with your PCP is advisable.

Question 5

pain in right side of back under last rib on back side of my back pulls when i breath in and move a certain way or sit a certain way muscle or kidney?

Accepted Answer

Likely muscular: Pain or discomfort that occurs and is worsened by movement or changes in position are usually musculoskeletal in nature.  Can try some anti-inflammatories like low dose over the counter ibuprofen taken with food.  See your doctor if pain continues or gets more severe.

Question 6

terrible pain left side of back under back ribs that radiates to the front but mostly the back & left side. could it be pancreatitis or spleen issues routine blood work 2 wks ago clear. how to tell the difference between muscular & serious issue?

Accepted Answer

: Symptoms from pancreas or stomach is often associated with nausea &amp; vomit. Muscular problem is usually precipitated or exacerbated with movement, somewhat relieved with local massage. Nerve pain, such as shingles-related neuralgia or post-herpetic neuralgia can radiate from back to front but always ipsilaterally. Left kidney pain can't be ruled out but it usually radiate to the groin + voiding sx.

Question 7

i'm having pain under right side rib cage and feel a lump around there. two months back i was diagnosed with gallbladder cancer (had gallstones) which has mets to liver. now the gallbladder is removed and started chemotherapy. what could cause pain?

Accepted Answer

: The metastases to internal organs are a likely cause of pain. Chemotherapy is likely contributing. It would be prudent to talk to your doctor or pain relief medication.
Wish you good health!

Question 8

what organ is right under the right side ribs in back?

Accepted Answer

Thanks for asking!: Liver and kidney.

Question 9

pain on right side closer to my back near my rib cage?

Accepted Answer

A few possibilities: This could be (1) musculoskeletal pain (like pulled muscle, broken rib, vertebral compression fracture), (2) kidney pain (like kidney stone or infection), (3) herpes zoster (also called shingles) (4) pleurisy (inflammation of lining around your right lung in that location), (5) and maybe something else not coming to mind right now. You should see your healthcare provider.

Question 10

i have dull and achy pain at rib side back and front is it dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Rib pain: Pain in the ribs can mean so many things. If the pain is significant when you breathe, you can't catch your breath, the pain is unbearable, the rib is tender, you should be seen by a doc.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Pain under right side back under ribs

A member asked:

Constant pain in right side of back under ribs and just below. pain and discomfort also felt at the front on right below ribs?

A member asked:

When standing after sitting for a period of time i have pain on my left side on my back under my ribs?

A member asked:

I have massive throbbing pain on my left side on the back side and under my ribs?

A member asked:

Hi my 19 year daughter has pain and burning on the right side of her back under rib cage. it goes away if she stays still but still tense?

A member asked:

Pain in right side of back under last rib on back side of my back pulls when i breath in and move a certain way or sit a certain way muscle or kidney?

A member asked:

Terrible pain left side of back under back ribs that radiates to the front but mostly the back & left side. could it be pancreatitis or spleen issues routine blood work 2 wks ago clear. how to tell the difference between muscular & serious issue?

A member asked:

I'm having pain under right side rib cage and feel a lump around there. two months back i was diagnosed with gallbladder cancer (had gallstones) which has mets to liver. now the gallbladder is removed and started chemotherapy. what could cause pain?

A member asked:

What organ is right under the right side ribs in back?

A member asked:

Pain on right side closer to my back near my rib cage?

A member asked:

I have dull and achy pain at rib side back and front is it dangerous?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?