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What Causes Pain Under The Rib Cage?
Question: I am experiencing discomfort just below my rib cage. It is centrally located. Discomfort is increased with touch. It does not change with activity or rest. I have had this for 3 days now.
Brief Answer:
Likely to be a connective tissue problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible soft tissue or connective tissue problem.
A second cause causing similar symptoms is pancreatitis or gall bladder condition. This is less likely since you gave reported no relation to food intake.
The fact that it increases on touch is most suggestive of these 2 possible causes.
I suggest the following tests.
1. amylase
2. lipase
3. ultrasound of the abdomen
4. chest x ray.
Meanwhile, start with tab pantocid 40 mg once daily before food. This with a painkiller may help reduce the pain while the reports are awaited.
Let me know when you get the reports for further information.
Best of luck.
Dr Mittal
Likely to be a connective tissue problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible soft tissue or connective tissue problem.
A second cause causing similar symptoms is pancreatitis or gall bladder condition. This is less likely since you gave reported no relation to food intake.
The fact that it increases on touch is most suggestive of these 2 possible causes.
I suggest the following tests.
1. amylase
2. lipase
3. ultrasound of the abdomen
4. chest x ray.
Meanwhile, start with tab pantocid 40 mg once daily before food. This with a painkiller may help reduce the pain while the reports are awaited.
Let me know when you get the reports for further information.
Best of luck.
Dr Mittal
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