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What Causes Nausea, Stomach Ache And Pain On Right Side Of Rib Cage?
Question: My daughter has a stomach ache , but it started out with her being nauseous, and she wanted to vomit , she didn't. NO fever but has a headache, she's had a bowel movement,but not much, sharp pains on her rite side around the ribcage. She has not passed gas in the last 24 hours, the pain comes and go's, she has an appetite and 5 min after she eats the pain comes. what do you think.
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Brief Answer:
Right sided pain - needs medical attention immedia
Detailed Answer:
Hi....I understand your concern.
I just read through your query.
Considering all the symptoms you have quoted I would like to rule out acute appendicitis as the first possibility. This requires immediate medical attention.
My suggestions -
1. Do not feed her anything - nil by mouth till you see the doctor.
2. She might require an ultrasound abdomen.
3. If it's an appendicitis, she will require to see a surgeon as soon as possible.
4. Take her to nearest emergency room immediately.
After ruling out appendicitis - other possibilities
1. Gastroesophageal reflux.
2. Acute gastritis.
3. Acute pancreatitis.
4. Ileus due to any cause.
5. Acute hepatitis - due to any cause
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
Right sided pain - needs medical attention immedia
Detailed Answer:
Hi....I understand your concern.
I just read through your query.
Considering all the symptoms you have quoted I would like to rule out acute appendicitis as the first possibility. This requires immediate medical attention.
My suggestions -
1. Do not feed her anything - nil by mouth till you see the doctor.
2. She might require an ultrasound abdomen.
3. If it's an appendicitis, she will require to see a surgeon as soon as possible.
4. Take her to nearest emergency room immediately.
After ruling out appendicitis - other possibilities
1. Gastroesophageal reflux.
2. Acute gastritis.
3. Acute pancreatitis.
4. Ileus due to any cause.
5. Acute hepatitis - due to any cause
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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