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Funny feeling (very low stabbing pain) under my left rib cage while eating, what could this be?
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LUQ anatomy: Anatomically, the left upper quadrant (luq) of abdomen includes: spleen, pancreatic tail, stomach, descending duodenum, splenic flexure of the colon, associated vessels. Don't forget the diaphragm, heart, and lower chest are pretty close by. The abdominal musculature, ribs, and skin can all contribute as well to localizing luq pain. An exam is appropriate for clarity of diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Needs to be checked: It may be due to gastro esophageal reflux, esophagitis, nutmeg esophagus/esophageal spasm.Peptic ulcer disease and only way you will know is by getting it checked by your doctor or a gastroenterologist.
Answered 1/31/2014
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