Hopkinsville, KY
A 29-year-old female 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?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Mohammed Parvez answered
Internal Medicine 14 years experience
Gerd: It could be related to acidity or musculoskeletal pain. Please get a check up by your physician to rule out any serious conditions.
3737 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Anita Prakash answered
Cardiology 29 years experience
Musculoskeletal: The fact that the pain gets better on its own after a while, speaks to muscle-bone pain that abates. Since it is noticeable after awakening, perhaps you should try changing the position you sleep in and see if that helps. Is the pain on one side of rib cage, then sleep on other side or try sleeping on your stomach.
3737 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated Sep 26, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits
$15 per month
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.