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I have a chest pain that is situated beneath my left rib cage, the pain comes in waves especially after eating. ?

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Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

See MD: See a doctor. This could be many things, including an ulcer, pancreatitis, food sensitivity, gastritis, or something else. A doctor will help you figure it out.

Dr Feola and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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A member asked:

I have a chest pain that is situated beneath my left rib cage, the pain comes in waves especially after eating. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Dr Feola and another doctor agreed

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