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Sometimes, i have a slight pain in the right upper part of my abdomen between the ribs just when i breathe. no pain is felt during exercise or eating. could it be a liver pain or is it a muscle or rib pain?
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It is difficult to tell but you should only concern when the pain becomes persistent or gets worse.
Answered 10/9/2022
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From your description it seems to be muscular. Use local heat and take ibuprofen for a few days. You should be OK in a few days. If not you will need to see your MD for an exam. Good luck
Answered 10/10/2022
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