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What Is The Cause Of Pressure Below Rib Cage?
Hi I have a lot on pressure just under the middle of my rib cage. It makes it very uncomfortable when leaning over or sitting for long periods of time. It is like when a baby is pushing up under your ribs. I have not had a pregnancy test as my doctor said he thinks I am going through menopause, about 5 months ago. I went off the pill in January since then I have been getting my periods every 8 weeks, just like I did before I went on the pill. I have been unable to use a condom as it chaffs too much. My last period was in middle September, it was vary light. I am currently on 200mg oroxine for thyroids. My doctor said this feeling is part of menopause. I have lost 2 kilos in the last 3 weeks but the area under my rib cage is getting large. What can cause this uncomfortable feeling?
Sat, 28 Dec 2013
User's Response
Hi,
Apart the bloating due to menopause, there are other factors including:
- bowel problems/infections (bacteria, candida, parasites)
- urinary tract infections
I'd suggest to:
- do abdominal ultrasound
- urine analysis
- stool analysis (culture for candida and examination for ova/parasites)
- transvaginal ultrasound
- hormonal balance in blood
Meanwhile, I'd advise to:
- eat often and small portions
- do not lay down immediately after eating
- do more physical activity
- avoid carbonated/energetic drinks
- drink more water
- avoid fatty/high calories foods
- take probiotics
All the best!
Dr.Bardha
Apart the bloating due to menopause, there are other factors including:
- bowel problems/infections (bacteria, candida, parasites)
- urinary tract infections
I'd suggest to:
- do abdominal ultrasound
- urine analysis
- stool analysis (culture for candida and examination for ova/parasites)
- transvaginal ultrasound
- hormonal balance in blood
Meanwhile, I'd advise to:
- eat often and small portions
- do not lay down immediately after eating
- do more physical activity
- avoid carbonated/energetic drinks
- drink more water
- avoid fatty/high calories foods
- take probiotics
All the best!
Dr.Bardha
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