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Suggest Remedy For Pulsating Sensation In The Ribs Area

Hi, im 26 years old, and over the past couple days, ive been having this pulsating feeling over the left side of my rib area. Its not painful, but it is giving me some discomfort. I dont have any previous medical conditions that are related too this. Any idea what it could be?
Wed, 20 Jan 2016
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
In my opinion, you are mostly having stress and anxiety related palpitations.
But better to rule out arrhythmia (disturbances in heart rhythm) because this can actually also cause similar symptoms.
So get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hour continuous monitoring of ecg).
If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases.
Stress and anxiety appear more likely in your case.
So avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution.
You may need anxiolytic drugs too.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Suggest Remedy For Pulsating Sensation In The Ribs Area

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are mostly having stress and anxiety related palpitations. But better to rule out arrhythmia (disturbances in heart rhythm) because this can actually also cause similar symptoms. So get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hour continuous monitoring of ecg). If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. Stress and anxiety appear more likely in your case. So avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don t worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.