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Could Pain And Tenderness At The Side At The Lower Rib Cage Be A Serious Concern?
Question: i have what feels like a side ache, but very tender to touch. it is right at the lower rib cage
Brief Answer:
Can be muscle spasm or infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The pain and tenderness at the right lower rib cage can be due to an injury in the area, a muscle spasm, an infection or a renal infection or a stone. This needs a proper examination to ascertain the cause. You can do a hot compress in the area and take a mild pain killer like ibuprofen and see if it helps.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
Can be muscle spasm or infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The pain and tenderness at the right lower rib cage can be due to an injury in the area, a muscle spasm, an infection or a renal infection or a stone. This needs a proper examination to ascertain the cause. You can do a hot compress in the area and take a mild pain killer like ibuprofen and see if it helps.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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