A member asked:

What are the possible causes of feeling pain/tightness down below your rib cage? it's more of tightness than pain though.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Many causes: Tightness in the chest area can be a sign of a heart attack. If this persists, then you may want to go see a doctor asap. Urgent care or er. Other causes could be muscle soreness, gastrointestinal issues or lung issues. Please have your md evaluate you.

Answered 6/13/2016

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