A female asked:
severe side pains? it's under my ribs, and it feels like i'm being stabbed every time i move what's wrong with me? and how can i make it better?
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Dr. Joy Jacksonanswered
Family Medicine 19 years experience
It : It sounds like you are dealing with cramps. Cramps can be a result of dehydration, vitamin deficiency, electrolyte disturbance (low calcium, potassium, or magnesium), and/or Lactic Acid build up after an intense work out etc.
Make sure you are well hydrated, eat a balanced diet, and take a daily multi-vitamin. If the severe side pains persist then you should see your doctor right away.
Best of luck.
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Can swallowing gum cause you to have chest/side pains? What can treat that?
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Dr. Terry Simpsonanswered
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No: The gum will dissolve quickly in the stomach and what is not will be passed through. It won't cause you side or chest pains. That is from something else. Don't walk and chew gum.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Side pains on the left side of my ribs. What could the cause be?
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Dr. Amrit Singhanswered
Cardiology 51 years experience
Most: probably muscle spasm. Take rest,, warm shower, and reg walking exercises
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