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What Causes Rumbling Sensation In Rib Cage?
Question: Hi I have a rumbling sensation under my right rib has been there past 2 days thought it was upset stomach but seems to be still there 50 years old fit non drinker some one at work mentioned gallbladder just a bit worried
Brief Answer:
Needed investigation
Detailed Answer:
welcome to healthcare magic,
the rumbling sensation below your right rib may be as mentioned a gall stone but for such a long time it is a rare one. but there may be other reasons like muscle pull gastritis etc. can mimic .
If you are so worried you can take an ultrasound abdomen to confirm.
if it is a gall stone you will be adviced to take fat free diet and if it is a small one medically it can be managed and for large stones surgical removal may be adviced.
kindly review after having your ultrasound of abdomen done.
hope this explains
with regards
Dr.Amarnath
Needed investigation
Detailed Answer:
welcome to healthcare magic,
the rumbling sensation below your right rib may be as mentioned a gall stone but for such a long time it is a rare one. but there may be other reasons like muscle pull gastritis etc. can mimic .
If you are so worried you can take an ultrasound abdomen to confirm.
if it is a gall stone you will be adviced to take fat free diet and if it is a small one medically it can be managed and for large stones surgical removal may be adviced.
kindly review after having your ultrasound of abdomen done.
hope this explains
with regards
Dr.Amarnath
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