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What Causes Pain Above Rib Cage?

I m having occasional sharp pains just above bottom of rib cage about 1.5-2 inches left of center. They last for a very short time -- perhaps 2 seconds. Have had 5-6 episodes of this over past 3 days. Is not related to activity -- they happen whether I am sitting, lying down. I have none of the typical symptoms of heart attack -- no shortness of breath, no pain in left side, no fatigue. Should I have this checked out? Or just watch it for a while?
Mon, 12 Jan 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
It can be due to chest infection. I would suggest you to keep a watch in these symptoms for few more days. If you develop any cough or increase in chest pain than I would recommend you to get chest x ray and confirm the diagnosis till than I would recommend you following.
1. Volini gel local application.
2.Tablet Brufen for pain if it is severe.
3. Avoid any heavy activities and extreme cold weather.
4. Hot water fomentation
I hope these steps will help you in this pain. Let me kow if you want to ask any other questions.
thanks
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What Causes Pain Above Rib Cage?

Hello, It can be due to chest infection. I would suggest you to keep a watch in these symptoms for few more days. If you develop any cough or increase in chest pain than I would recommend you to get chest x ray and confirm the diagnosis till than I would recommend you following. 1. Volini gel local application. 2.Tablet Brufen for pain if it is severe. 3. Avoid any heavy activities and extreme cold weather. 4. Hot water fomentation I hope these steps will help you in this pain. Let me kow if you want to ask any other questions. thanks