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Pain In Lower Rib Cage. Potential Gall Bladder Problem?
Hi, where is the gall bladder located in the body? Is it on the left side under the lower left rib cage? I have been having pains on an off on that side for a few years. Once or twice severe pain but mostly just dull aches. Not sure if it is a potential gall bladder problem. I think it may be related to when I eat fatty foods.
Wed, 5 Jun 2013
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Thanks for writing to us.
gall bladder is located on the right side under the rib cage but it can cause a referred pain to the left side too if there is an inflammation. An ultrasound scan will help in diagnosis.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
gall bladder is located on the right side under the rib cage but it can cause a referred pain to the left side too if there is an inflammation. An ultrasound scan will help in diagnosis.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
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