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Really sharp pain on my side of my stomach by the rib cage its about 5 to 10 minutes long the pain is really severe i have different episodes every so?

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Dr. Peter Tomasello answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

See below : You should get evaluated by a gastroenterologist , you may have a stomach ulcer . These are potentially life threatening . Donot put it off . It needs to be evaluated . Acid reflux and. Gastritis are other possibilities . A thorough history and physical exam is recommended.

Answered 9/4/2013

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