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How to eliminate my right back rib cage poking pain-usually occurs when i wake up and gets better with expulsion of gas & belching (which is constant)?

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Dr. Leonard Pizzolatto answered

Gallbladder : Could be your gallbladder. Cut down on fatty foods and see a physician ASAP.

Answered 1/20/2015

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

You need to avoid: gas producing foods. In the mean time use otc gas absorbent medications such as Mylanta , gas-x, etc. Also take another otc medication called beano. If it persist see your doctor.

Answered 1/31/2015

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A member asked:

How to eliminate my right back rib cage poking pain-usually occurs when i wake up and gets better with expulsion of gas & belching (which is constant)?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Leonard Pizzolatto answered

Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

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