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What could be the reason for longlasting pain at the right back side below ribs

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not normal: This pain...for that matter ANY "longlasting" pain needs evaluation !! In that location , your kidney (stone), liver (hepatitis) gallbladder (stone) are possible sources See a physician! Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 10/4/2016

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