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What Causes Stabbing Pain Under The Ribs And Back?
Hi. I have been having a dull aching almost stabbing pain in my right side under ribs and in my back? It comes and goes. When I am hungry it seems to get worse. The pain can be felt all the way to my buttock. I have been thinking its my period but now I m thinking different. I have also noticed burping more than usual and flatulence.
Mon, 4 Apr 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stabbing pain under the ribs and back. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle spasm , condition like angina or chest infection , but in your case the symptoms are probably due to acid reflux r due to lung infection . I would suggest you to consult chest specialist for proper diagnosis . Doctor may order x-ray and examine physically . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for acid reflux problem or cardiologist for condition like angina . I would suggest you to eat light and non spicy specially at night , take antacid after every meal , take light walk after every meal and keep your head elevated while lying down .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stabbing pain under the ribs and back. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle spasm , condition like angina or chest infection , but in your case the symptoms are probably due to acid reflux r due to lung infection . I would suggest you to consult chest specialist for proper diagnosis . Doctor may order x-ray and examine physically . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for acid reflux problem or cardiologist for condition like angina . I would suggest you to eat light and non spicy specially at night , take antacid after every meal , take light walk after every meal and keep your head elevated while lying down .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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