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What Causes Pain That Is Radiating From The Mid Back To The Rib Cage?
Question: Experiencing pain that wraps from mid back to right front below right rib cage. Tenderness if pressed below rib in back . Weakness in rt. Arm ,like a muscle weakness. When I press other areas on my back and button it is ver tender. Hurts to sleep on either side. Gallbladder has been removed. 66 year old female
Brief Answer:
Bony / Soft Tissue Problem of Cervical and Dorsal Spine. Needs Evaluation
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand that you experience pain that "wraps from mid back to right front below right rib cage" and "Tenderness if pressed below rib in back" and "Weakness in rt. Arm ,like a muscle weakness" and when you "press other areas on back and button it is very tender". It "Hurts to sleep on either side" You also have iodine allergy and are on Tablets.
1. Pain that "wraps from mid back to right front below right rib cage" is suggestive of Girdle Pain which occurs when a nerve root is involved
2. "Tenderness if pressed below rib in back" "press other areas on back and button it is very tender" "Hurts to sleep on either side" all suggest a local bony or soft tissue problem of back
3. "Weakness in rt. Arm ,like a muscle weakness" suggests a problem in cervical spine
You need to consult a Neurosurgeon and undergo
1. Clinical Examination to Chart out Muscle Power, Reflexes, Sensory System
2. Local Examination of Spine
3. X Ray Cervical and Dorsal Spine
4. High Resolution CT of Cervical and Dorsal Spine with 3D Reconstruction
5. MRI Cervical and Dorsal Spine
Based on the Findings from the above evaluation, we have to proceed with treatment
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
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Bony / Soft Tissue Problem of Cervical and Dorsal Spine. Needs Evaluation
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand that you experience pain that "wraps from mid back to right front below right rib cage" and "Tenderness if pressed below rib in back" and "Weakness in rt. Arm ,like a muscle weakness" and when you "press other areas on back and button it is very tender". It "Hurts to sleep on either side" You also have iodine allergy and are on Tablets.
1. Pain that "wraps from mid back to right front below right rib cage" is suggestive of Girdle Pain which occurs when a nerve root is involved
2. "Tenderness if pressed below rib in back" "press other areas on back and button it is very tender" "Hurts to sleep on either side" all suggest a local bony or soft tissue problem of back
3. "Weakness in rt. Arm ,like a muscle weakness" suggests a problem in cervical spine
You need to consult a Neurosurgeon and undergo
1. Clinical Examination to Chart out Muscle Power, Reflexes, Sensory System
2. Local Examination of Spine
3. X Ray Cervical and Dorsal Spine
4. High Resolution CT of Cervical and Dorsal Spine with 3D Reconstruction
5. MRI Cervical and Dorsal Spine
Based on the Findings from the above evaluation, we have to proceed with treatment
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback.
PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
I did forget to state that the pain also extends down my rt. Hip and buttocks,into my right thigh ,calf and right foot. Once I start walking it seems to become milder. As a caregiver I lift and am right handed. Of course, under stress. I was a runner for many years and just thought my body had taken a beating. Does the same answer apply. Should I start with an Orthopedic? If so do I need a referral to schedule with a neurologist? Thank you so much .
This has gone on for two years ,getting a bit tired of the pain. Thanks again.
This has gone on for two years ,getting a bit tired of the pain. Thanks again.
Brief Answer:
Bony / Soft Tissue Problem of Cervical and Dorsal Spine.
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir
Welcome Back
Thanks for the additional information
Pain extending to Right Hip and buttocks, into right thigh, calf and right foot also suggest problems in Dorso Lumbo Sacral Spine. So the same answer applies
It is better you consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
Bony / Soft Tissue Problem of Cervical and Dorsal Spine.
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir
Welcome Back
Thanks for the additional information
Pain extending to Right Hip and buttocks, into right thigh, calf and right foot also suggest problems in Dorso Lumbo Sacral Spine. So the same answer applies
It is better you consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Sonia Raina
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