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I have dull pain under right side of ribs. about an inch from middle of chest. occasionally i will have burning like acid reflux. should i worry?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Hard to say: But probably not. If pain closely relate to eating then it may represent symptomatic gallstones. Other common possibilities include reflux or acid induced dyspepsia. If a problem see your doctor.

Answered 4/7/2013

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A member asked:

I have dull pain under right side of ribs. about an inch from middle of chest. occasionally i will have burning like acid reflux. should i worry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jason Hemming answered

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