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I'm having pain under my rib cage and it burns for about 5 seconds and goes away and happens every few minutes. i also feel more pain on my right side?

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Dr. Buck Parker answered

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Gallbladder?: If the pain is only on the right under the ribs, comes and goes, especially after eating a greasy meals it may be biliary colic from gallstones. I recommend seeing your doctor to confirm.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

I'm having pain under my rib cage and it burns for about 5 seconds and goes away and happens every few minutes. i also feel more pain on my right side?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Buck Parker answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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