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What Causes Sharp Pain Under The Ribs?
Hi, I have been experiencing a sudden sharp, tearing pain under my ribs on my right side after getting out of bed in the morning. The pain only lasts about one or two seconds but it is so severe it makes me shout out. In the mornings, I try to move slowly so as not to bring on this tearing pain. It makes me scared to get up in the mornings. After I have got past the first half hour after getting out of bed I am absolutely fine for the rest of the day. Have you heard of something like this before?
Tue, 12 Mar 2019
Hi,
Pain with movement is very likely muscular pain in nature. It might be certain movement you do while getting out of bed that hurts the muscle that is causing the pain.
You can get the night before diclofenac 75 mg which will help reduce your pain since its effect lasts at least 12 ours. Take it after food so your stomach is not empty because it might hurt the stomach.
If no improvement in 3-4 days or any worsening you will need to see a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj,
General & Family Physician
Pain with movement is very likely muscular pain in nature. It might be certain movement you do while getting out of bed that hurts the muscle that is causing the pain.
You can get the night before diclofenac 75 mg which will help reduce your pain since its effect lasts at least 12 ours. Take it after food so your stomach is not empty because it might hurt the stomach.
If no improvement in 3-4 days or any worsening you will need to see a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj,
General & Family Physician
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