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I'm 16 w 5 d pregnant. i have this pain under my left rib going down my side. it even wakes me up. it's been 3 constant days even when i sit/stand/lay down. it feels like i'm being drilled and like my body is splitting into 2. it's really painful.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: There are multiple posdibilitues as there are multiple structures in that area that can be causing pain including lung, diagram, pancreas, stomach, duodenum, etc. I would not hesitate to quickly be seen and thoroughly evaluated by your obstetrician for it.

Answered 1/7/2019

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Emergency room : If your doctor is not available, go to the emergency room of the nearest hospital. Wish you good health and a healthy baby.

Answered 1/7/2019

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