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A member asked:

2 times in the last week, when sitting up, i had pain and golf ball size bulge under right rib. very painful, i can push it flat, but aches after. ?

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Dr. Felix Chien answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Painful bulge: You probably need to be evaluated to see if you have some type of hernia or another medical issue. It will require more of a history and physical and other testing (ultrasound), more than you can simply obtain from the internet. Please follow up with your Primary and have a most excellent day.

Answered 4/28/2017

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