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What Causes Pain Under Rib Cage With Bloating?

I have a dull ache in my left side just below my rib cage and I have no appetite. The discomfort started immediately after eating a salad a week ago. The discomfort comes and goes but I still feel a bit bloated. I don't know if this is connected but I have left shoulder discomfort too and when I rub the front of my left shoulder and under my rib cage I start to belch alot??? I know I don't have heartburn. I do have a lap band but it hasn't been filled in years and nothing hurts near it.

I take a lot of vitamins, I am on 10mg of benicar for my blood pressure. I have been drinking a lot of water for the last 2 days and tea...This has helped me to feel stronger and a little less bloated. I am thinking I need to see someone but I didn't want to start with a general physician if I need a specialist.
Tue, 21 Jul 2015
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to accumulation of gas secondary to increased acid production in the stomach.
Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Pantoprazole preparation (to be taken twice a day before meals) & antacid gel (to be taken after meals).
They prevent formation of excess acid in the stomach & provide symptomatic relief.

And it is also needed that you take certain precautions regarding your diet & lifestyle:
1. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods
2. Drink lots of water to maintain adequate hydration
3. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc.
4. Avoid smoking & alcohol
5. Keep away stress, think positive.
6. Exercise regularly & practice meditation.

If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination.

Wishing you a good health
Take care.
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What Causes Pain Under Rib Cage With Bloating?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to accumulation of gas secondary to increased acid production in the stomach. Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Pantoprazole preparation (to be taken twice a day before meals) & antacid gel (to be taken after meals). They prevent formation of excess acid in the stomach & provide symptomatic relief. And it is also needed that you take certain precautions regarding your diet & lifestyle: 1. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods 2. Drink lots of water to maintain adequate hydration 3. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc. 4. Avoid smoking & alcohol 5. Keep away stress, think positive. 6. Exercise regularly & practice meditation. If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination. Wishing you a good health Take care.