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What Causes Mild Consistent Pain Near Right Lower Rib Cage?

Posted on Sat, 11 Apr 2015

Question: Hello,

I have been experiencing mild consistent pain close to my right lower rib cage. would appreciate if you can let me know what could be the reading and if any diagnosis is required.

best regards,
XXXX

Answered by Dr. Vaishalee Punj (43 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Probably liver

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.

The area that you are describing has liver and all bladder underneath. There is also intestines. So an inflammation of any of these organs may lead to pain.

If the pain is persisting, then get blood tests like liver function tests, complete blood count done. Also an ultrasound of abdomen can be done.

Hope it helps.

Dr Vaishalee

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Vaishalee Punj (3 minutes later)

Thank you doctor. Yes, there is persistant paid but mild though. it more of a causing discomfort than pain.

I will get these tests done at the earliest. But is there anything I should worry? because I smoke as well.

Thank you,
XXXX

Answered by Dr. Vaishalee Punj (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Smoking, alcohol is to be avoided

Detailed Answer:
Hi again

There doesnot seem to be much of an issue.

Smoking and alcohol should be avoided as these can cause damage to internal organs.

Dr Vaishalee

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar