Question 1

what are some causes of severe pain in the left rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Could: Be musculoskeletal.   You dont have cancer right?  Sometimes you can get a rib fracture - this happens is rowers... Competitive ones.

Question 2

i have severe pain in left rib cage during first trimester of pregnancy.

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Possibly serious.: Pulmonary embolism, pleurisy, pneumonia, rib fracture, herpes zoster and intercostal nerve/muscle injury can cause your symptoms, as can psychosomatic causes. Talk to your obstetrician asap about this, as some of these causes can be very serious for your health/life!

Question 3

hello doctor, i woke up from my sleep. i have been sleeping on my stomach. i am experiencing severe pain like in my lower rib cage and upper abdomen. also middle back area. i feel like vomiting and like i over ate?

Accepted Answer

Pain: Your pain is very suggestive of gall bladder disease.you might get an upper g.i. To substantiate the diagnosis.

Question 4

i have severe pain by rib cage which happens often. what could it be? it only gets better when i apply pressure

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More info needed: You don't provide enough information for a differential diagnosis. What side is the pain in?  How long has it been present? Does it radiate? Right upper abdominal discomfort occurs with gall bladder or liver disorder. Upper, midline pain occurs with gastritis,peptic ulcer, pancreatitis but associated tenderness is usually present. See MD for evaluation &amp; testing.

Question 5

my friend is complaining about severe pain on her rib cage , she also discovered a bruise and a lump there also , what could it be?

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Likely trauma: Bruising and swelling in an area that hurts almost always indicates some trauma.  It's possible that your friend has a broken rib or just soft tissue injury.  Do they remember any history of trauma?  If not, did they get hit in the head?  It is possible that it could be something else, but i would give it some time to go away.  If it doesn't, they should see their doctor.

Question 6

i have severe pain on my rib cage under my left breast upon twisting reaching coughing or sneezing . have had it in the past. why is this re injured?

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Could be: Slipped rib syndrome, pain in the rib is usually worse with movement or deep breathing. Find a pain management doctor nearby for evaluation and possible nerve block and find a physical therapist that will manually put it back in place when the area is numb. First stop, is your primary doctor to rule out other causes of this pain.

Question 7

im having severe pain under my rib cage.

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How old are you?: We have to know your age. We cannot answer questions for minors.  So fix your public profile so that it shows your age.  You have noted your country, which also helps with some questions, as diseases and resources vary by age and location, as well as gender.  Be honest about your age.  You expect if from us, and we expect it from you, too!

Question 8

what could be causing me severe pain on my left side under my rib cage?

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Go to ER: Severe chest pain should be evaluated immediately.  Please go to er now.

Question 9

i have severe pain on my left side feels as under my rib cage. what could it be?

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See your doctor: Could be a problem with skin, nerves, muscle, shoulder, lung, heart, or stomach. See your doctor for a more thorough history, physical exam and further evaluation. If you sleep on your stomach you could have a neck strain that radiates pain to the chest or arm. Get checked out just to make sure.

Question 10

severe pain in back almost into my side radiating to the front. right side...pain is right about where the rib cage begins. especially when sitting?

Accepted Answer

Injured lower back?: That would be the most likely cause with what limited history you have given. The nerves to that area originate in the lower back

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What are some causes of severe pain in the left rib cage?

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I have severe pain in left rib cage during first trimester of pregnancy.

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Hello doctor, i woke up from my sleep. i have been sleeping on my stomach. i am experiencing severe pain like in my lower rib cage and upper abdomen. also middle back area. i feel like vomiting and like i over ate?

A member asked:

I have severe pain by rib cage which happens often. what could it be? it only gets better when i apply pressure

A member asked:

My friend is complaining about severe pain on her rib cage , she also discovered a bruise and a lump there also , what could it be?

A member asked:

I have severe pain on my rib cage under my left breast upon twisting reaching coughing or sneezing . have had it in the past. why is this re injured?

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Im having severe pain under my rib cage.

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What could be causing me severe pain on my left side under my rib cage?

A member asked:

I have severe pain on my left side feels as under my rib cage. what could it be?

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Severe pain in back almost into my side radiating to the front. right side...pain is right about where the rib cage begins. especially when sitting?

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