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What Causes Feeling Of Lump Under Rib Cage On Left Side?

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Posted on Tue, 14 Apr 2015
Question: I have the sensation of a ball under my rib cage on the left side towards the back and on the right side lower lung on the right. I have Crohn's. And am on remicaide infusions. I suffered a horrible sinus and respiratory infection a month ago and since had a sensation, not pain, just like something is there that does not belong. Any ideas?
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Answered by Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
A polite request for more information.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX

Thanks for your concerns about your health; and your faith in www.healthcaremagic.com.

I'd really appreciate it if you sent in further information about your condition (the phantom ball)
Would you kindly see if you have any reports, which could be uploaded on this website? Would you be able to inform me about any significant events, like a diagnosis made by another doctor in the past?

You might want to send this information, so that a diagnosis could be made and we could have some idea of how to treat this condition.

Until then I will make a provisional diagnosis of the "ball" being closely associated with Crohn's disease from which you suffer from. (as you mentioned).

Take care of your health.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E
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Follow up: Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (20 hours later)
I havent talked to my gastro doctor yet as i am not due to go until after the first of april. My insurance regrettably was just re-structured to higher deductibles and copays as well as premiums went up, so i dont feel as at XXXXXXX to make an appointment any longer. The left side phantom ball is about an inch under the bottom of my shoulder blade which would seem a bit high for intestines, but maybe not if i had inflammation? Feels as if it is just under my rib cage.
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Answered by Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (35 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Remicaid: The root of all ill-being.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX

It's so nice to hear from you again. I would personally thank you for all the new and useful information that you have provided. You will greatly benefit from this.

Let us talk about Crohn's disease for a while, because it is important.

This illness is called as an IBD(Inflammatory Bowel Disease). This takes place due to the immune system of your body, that protects you from germs (the bad guys), but occasionally causes problems within your body too.

The medication "Remicaid" also called as infliximab, has a whole barrage of side effects. It is only to be used as a last resort.

I would politely ask you to visit a physician so that you can immediately stop Remicaid, and get started on other more "friendly" medications like Predisone Oral and a whole host of at least dozens of medications, that are used to effectively, efficiently and gently treat Crohn's disease.

These medications are much less harsh than Remicaid. So please help yourself.
Feel free to vocally voice your concerns to your local doctor face to face. He or she will be able to examine you and advise investigations and treatment accordingly.

I would kindly request you to send me a detailed list of other medications you might be taking, even "meds" for other issues, so that we can create a "plan" for a really healthy enjoyable life.

Ah.. yes! If you happen to be a smoker, how nice it would be if you quit, because smoking further worsens Crohn's disease.

You have the freedom, 24x7 to contact me at http://bit.ly/askdrneel XXXXXXX .. Please follow the suggestions above.
It'll get better, really.
Best wishes,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Medical Consultant.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Follow up: Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (12 hours later)
So, if because Remicade is bad, and now un affordable to me, what about humira? This is the next suggestion because of affordability. I am glad you answered what you did about the Remicade because i was thinking of telling the doctor i want to try again to manage my symptoms with diet as i have been in remission for a few years. What i read of humira, it seems one evil to the next. Would you agree?
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Answered by Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Crohn's disease: Your diet is the ultimate masterful weapon against it.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX

It's really good to hear from you again. I'm impressed by the medical and technical facts that you possess. A smart self informed patient always gets better, eventually. Keep it up.

XXXXXXX the fact is that there are dozens and dozens of medications that are used to shut up flare ups of Crohn's disease. Some of these medications act directly upon the disease, and some medications are actually used for some other purpose, but they help people with Crohn's as a "side effect". This is called colloquially as "off the shelf" usage of a medication.
XXXXXXX medications may help, really. And both of us know that the fact is that, once the last dose of the medication gets "washed out" of the body the next day, we are back to square one, the next "pill" in hand "ready to be popped".
XXXXXXX let's look at the big picture. Let's look at long term strategies and plans to help you benefit. This is because you know that not only prevention is better than "cure" (which is mostly more appalling than the disease itself).

Let's look at ways to "win" against Crohn's disease without "fighting it off with the meds".

I would politely inform you that,

1. Since you are in remission.
2. Following the appealing diet below can and will solve your problems, easily rather.


Let me honestly inform you that artfully sculpting a diet out of these ingredients will help you uplift, uphold and sustain yourself.

1. Almond milk - isn't "regular" daily milk. It's rich in nutrients.
2. Eggs - In moderation - are a great source of protein during "flare-ups".
3. Oatmeal - NOT any other water absorbing fibrous diet - that worsens things, simple fibre from oatmeal can make a really lovely breakfast - stick to it.
4. Vegetables like butternut, pumpkins, parsnips and carrots are good for you.
5. Please eat fish - salmon in particular.
6. Mangoes, cantaloups and pappaya's in particular are life savers.
7. Please eat pureed chick peas.
8. Try and stick to "white" meats, I cannot over emphasize this.
9. Feel free to try Avocadoes.
10.If you REALLY CRAVE for a salad, I will say with confidence that you should
try butter lettuce. This is unique in the fact that it won't cause any "flares" -
especially during diarrheal episodes.
11.Increase your rice intake. Eat fresh nuts.
XXXXXXX from now on you're your own chef and gourmet at the same time.

I would really love to hear from you, as regards your overall health.

Please feel free to contact me 24X7 at http://bit.ly/askdrneel
Take action now. You owe it to yourself.

And please take care of your health, the "natural" time tested proven way.

Best wishes and best of luck!
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Medical Consultant.
Family medicine.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E
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Follow up: Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (43 hours later)
Thank you for your input, i love all of the diet ideas you suggested! I had no idea about butter lettuce. I do love a fresh salad and not eating everything steamed. I am on the prowl for this gold you call butter lettuce. Thanks!!!
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Answered by Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Thanks for your compliments. You might want to read this...

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX

It has been great knowing you. For this opportunity to help you out, I feel rewarded.

However, I'd be happiest when you'd live life on your terms, and not dictated by a weird illness with a catchy name.

I sincerely would like to know about your progress, and am hoping to hear from you soon. I know for a fact that the "ultimate diet" WILL WORK. I am absolutely confident about this because it has ALWAYS WORKED WONDERS.

If you feel an "urge" to eat something that you might not be "sure" of, as regards your condition, please feel free to contact me 24x7 at this link.
I'll get back to you ASAP.

http://bit.ly/askdrneel
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Medical Consultant.
Helathcaremagic.com




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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E
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What Causes Feeling Of Lump Under Rib Cage On Left Side?

Brief Answer: A polite request for more information. Detailed Answer: Dear XXXXXXX Thanks for your concerns about your health; and your faith in www.healthcaremagic.com. I'd really appreciate it if you sent in further information about your condition (the phantom ball) Would you kindly see if you have any reports, which could be uploaded on this website? Would you be able to inform me about any significant events, like a diagnosis made by another doctor in the past? You might want to send this information, so that a diagnosis could be made and we could have some idea of how to treat this condition. Until then I will make a provisional diagnosis of the "ball" being closely associated with Crohn's disease from which you suffer from. (as you mentioned). Take care of your health.