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I have abit of swelling and discomfort on outside of rib area near where the liver is situated what's this?

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Dr. Jessica Allan answered

depends: Go to a doctor. The doctor will review your hx and perform an examination and use medical decision making for the next step.

Answered 10/23/2013

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A member asked:

I have abit of swelling and discomfort on outside of rib area near where the liver is situated what's this?

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Dr. Jessica Allan answered

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