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What Causes Pain On Left Side Upper Rib Cage And Under The Armpit?
Question: sporadic, sharp stabbing radiating pain left side upper rib cage 3 inches under arm pit, doesn't affect breathing
there is swelling and tenderness to the touch.
there is swelling and tenderness to the touch.
Brief Answer:
Probably muscular-skeletal unless trauma...
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
The pain you are feeling which is associated with swelling and tenderness to the touch and not affecting the breathing might be related to muscular-skeletal problems.
Perhaps, you might have gone through intense physical activity that might have caused the pain.
If you really see swelling at that part and no history of injury/trauma, then, can cold compresses. If the swelling does not subside, apply analgesic cream and massage with olive/lavender oil.
You should take oral OTC pain-killers. As you have a history of GERD, should re-evaluate it. If you are not taking any medications for GERD, should discuss with your GI specialist if you need to start it now.
Hope it was of help! Let me know if you have further questions!
Dr.Albana
Probably muscular-skeletal unless trauma...
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
The pain you are feeling which is associated with swelling and tenderness to the touch and not affecting the breathing might be related to muscular-skeletal problems.
Perhaps, you might have gone through intense physical activity that might have caused the pain.
If you really see swelling at that part and no history of injury/trauma, then, can cold compresses. If the swelling does not subside, apply analgesic cream and massage with olive/lavender oil.
You should take oral OTC pain-killers. As you have a history of GERD, should re-evaluate it. If you are not taking any medications for GERD, should discuss with your GI specialist if you need to start it now.
Hope it was of help! Let me know if you have further questions!
Dr.Albana
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