Question 1

why does my rib area hurt when i stretch?

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Slipped rib.: Causing unequal stretching of muscles above, and compression of muscles below.

Question 2

why does my broken rib still hurt after years?

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Scar tissue : Scar tissue may have entrapped neighboring nerve. Or nerve may have been injured along with rib and a neuroma was formed.

Question 3

my ribs hurt

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Many causes!: You did not ask a question.  Many causes for rib pain, from fractured ribs to costochondritis, to referred pain.  Clearly, more info is needed.

Question 4

ribs hurt so bad. help?

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Reason: Don't know why your ribs hurt. If there are no known triggers then it may be best to start with medical evaluation. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications and acupuncture are often very helpful for painful ribs. Take care.

Question 5

why do my ribs hurt when i stretch?

Accepted Answer

Costochondritis: The most common cause of rib pain is costochondritis. It is a benign condition that usually responds to antiinflamatories and rest..

Question 6

why does my left side under my ribs hurt?

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Pain: This could be from exercise, trauma, abdominal organ illness.  You should consult your physician.

Question 7

ribs hurt, they seem to be slightly unaligned?

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They aren't: There are several causes for chest wall pain. See a doctor.

Question 8

why is it that my ribs hurt one the right side?

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See your physician : The causes of right sided pain are many. In upper abdomen, gall bladder, liver, stomach, small bowel, large bowel, and kidney can all contribute. Appendix symptoms are usually in the right lower quadrant of abdomen. Patient should see physician for physical exam and possibly testing. Costochondritis or inflammation of anterior ribs can cause pain. See DR for exam and  possible testing.

Question 9

why does my left side of my body under my ribs hurt?

Accepted Answer

Pain: This could be from exercise, trauma, abdominal organ illness.  You should consult your physician.

Question 10

what do you suggest if my ribs hurt when i touch them?

Accepted Answer

Myofascial: Assuming you have not been exposed to trauma (sports? fall? auto accident? abuse?), you have a myofascial syndrome - try an analgesic like ibuprofen or naproxen. Heat. Rest. Time.  Massage. If no improvement after a week: x-rays.

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