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What can a sharp stabbing pain on the left side right around the bottom rib indicate? pain is kind of wrapping towards the back.

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Could be: A muscle pull or strain or even constipation. Since you have constipation that's highest on the list. You don't list your meds but natural calm works really well and can be titrated to desired response

Answered 8/25/2016

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