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What Causes Pain And Swelling At The Base Of The Rib Cage?

Why would my round bone at the base of my rib cage feel enlarged and hurts to touch? I am not sure if this is related to the spleen but I have been having a lot of digestive problems and pain like everywhere, under the ribs, to the middle right side of my stomach hurts and the left bottom side of my lower abdomen hurts. I have not gone to the bathroom for 3 days now even taking fiber, probiotics with colon health but not working. I feel like I may have an intestinal blockage but not sure what to tell the er when I go. I keep throwing up and my upper stomach is so enlarged. I told my G.I. nurse and when they got back with me they said wait til Monday but that it sounds like I might have a bug or something. I do not have a fever today or breaking out in a sweat like before like I feel the urge to go but cannot. Thank you, Cynthia Albarado
Mon, 12 Nov 2018
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Hello,

Most probably it is due to conditions like costochondritis.

As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.

If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain And Swelling At The Base Of The Rib Cage?

Hello, Most probably it is due to conditions like costochondritis. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician