Question 1

upper back pain (skin fells sore)  rib cage pain on both sides but more noticeable on front lower left ribs. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Lots: This could be lots of things.  See your doctor for evaluation.

Question 2

stomach cramps, sore rib cage and back pain?

Accepted Answer

More info needed: These symptoms are nonspecific and more information about them is needed in order to advise you. A viral infection is a likely possibility. At this time I recommend resting, drinking adequate fluids, avoiding roughage,spicey and greasy foods and taking Tylenol as needed. Diarrhea may ensue. See your MD if symptoms worsen or do not gradually improve.

Question 3

would it be possible that a sore shoulder cause pain in the upper left rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Not Usually: Shoulder pain can be referred to the upper arm but not usually the rib cage.

Question 4

last few days have had extreme soreness at the base of rib cage when i wake up. goes away within a few hours each day. what would cause?

Accepted Answer

Gerd: It could be related to acidity or musculoskeletal pain. Please get a check up by your physician to rule out any serious conditions.

Question 5

7 years ago i suddenly got the most intense pain i've ever experienced in my left rib cage that lasted for 6-8 weeks. pain improved a bit but the soreness never went away over that one rib. can a rib fracture really cause this long lasting problems?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If there was a rib fracture, it takes time to heal. Take Vitamin D supplements and calcium. An imaging study to confirm that there is no mass and that the fracture is healing well is advised.

Question 6

what could cause dull pain 2 inches to right of navel? uti? kidney stone? pain becomes sharp if i push in my right rib cage. soreness comes and goes.

Accepted Answer

See below: There are many possibilities, including constipation, gas cramps, ibd, gastroenteritis, uti, or even ovarian/reproductive issues.  See your doc for an evaluation.

Question 7

hi dr, i have a fever blister or cold sore on my mouth. which is something i usually get when feeling feverish. for some odd reason, now it is coupled with pimples resembling a rash on my back as well as on my rib cage. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Herpes zoster?: If the pimples/rash on your back and "rib cage" (your chest?) are all in one large cluster, you probably have herpes zositer, also called shingles. It's caused by a different herpes-type virus than the one that causes oral herpes (cold sores). Shingles needs immediate diagnosis and treatment to avoid serious pain both in the next few days and ongoing pain later. See a doctor ASAP.

Question 8

could chondritis cause flares of aching pain under and around bottom of rib cage, front and back, that worsens with activity and improves lying down?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Other issues are more likely. Have you seen a rheumatologist?

Question 9

what would cause a knot under my rib cage that's tender to touch?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If in the center of ur abdomen just below the rib cage ; u r thin u may be feeling ur duodenum spasm due 2 ulcers or ur pyloric area of stomach. 2 the r is the liver ; 2 the left is the spleen  that's the best i can do. My advice is  c ur pcp ; have a hands on diagnosis made.

Question 10

what can cause tender lumps abdominal rib cage area?

Accepted Answer

Lipomas: Sometimes small fatty tumors called lipomas can cause this.

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Upper back pain (skin fells sore) rib cage pain on both sides but more noticeable on front lower left ribs. what could it be?

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Stomach cramps, sore rib cage and back pain?

A member asked:

Would it be possible that a sore shoulder cause pain in the upper left rib cage?

A member asked:

Last few days have had extreme soreness at the base of rib cage when i wake up. goes away within a few hours each day. what would cause?

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7 years ago i suddenly got the most intense pain i've ever experienced in my left rib cage that lasted for 6-8 weeks. pain improved a bit but the soreness never went away over that one rib. can a rib fracture really cause this long lasting problems?

A member asked:

What could cause dull pain 2 inches to right of navel? uti? kidney stone? pain becomes sharp if i push in my right rib cage. soreness comes and goes.

A member asked:

Hi dr, i have a fever blister or cold sore on my mouth. which is something i usually get when feeling feverish. for some odd reason, now it is coupled with pimples resembling a rash on my back as well as on my rib cage. what could it be?

A member asked:

Could chondritis cause flares of aching pain under and around bottom of rib cage, front and back, that worsens with activity and improves lying down?

A member asked:

What would cause a knot under my rib cage that's tender to touch?

A member asked:

What can cause tender lumps abdominal rib cage area?

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