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I've been experiencing a strange sharp pain below my ribcage on my right side. what could this mean?
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Possible gallstone: Gallstones getting stuck in your bile ducts could produce this pain. It is typically exacerbated after eating fatty foods. If the pain persists see your physician.
Answered 4/2/2016
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