Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Remedy For Lump At The Base Of My Rib Cage
I have a lump at the base of my rib cage. Front, center. Somewhat painful when pressong on it. I have experienced occasional nausea and vomiting not asdociated with the stomach flu. Most recently twice within one week. Prior to that approximately 2-4 weeks between episodes. Not persistent.
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
Hello!
Thank you for the query.
The only connection between the lump on this area and the symptoms you have is a hernia. It is possible that you have a small hernia in this area causing some abdominal pain and occasional nausea and vomiting.
However more possible is that the lump is nothing more than a benign skin lesion and has nothing to do with your gastrointestinal symptoms. Your nausea can be caused by stomach issues or gallstones for example. Some diagnostics is necessary to find the reason.
I suggest you to consult general surgeon with the lump and gastroenterologist with other symptoms.
Hope this will help.
Regards.
Thank you for the query.
The only connection between the lump on this area and the symptoms you have is a hernia. It is possible that you have a small hernia in this area causing some abdominal pain and occasional nausea and vomiting.
However more possible is that the lump is nothing more than a benign skin lesion and has nothing to do with your gastrointestinal symptoms. Your nausea can be caused by stomach issues or gallstones for example. Some diagnostics is necessary to find the reason.
I suggest you to consult general surgeon with the lump and gastroenterologist with other symptoms.
Hope this will help.
Regards.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....