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What Causes Clicking Noise And Pain Under Rib Cage?

I threw a body check in my hockey game and hit the other player in a funny way and it caused temporary discomfort to my back. But after the game as i was getting changed i bent down and felt a pop under my ribcage on the left side of my torso, and as i unbent myself and stood up , i felt the pop again. These pops continue to happen every time i bend my torso to the left. It isnt very painful just really annoying and im wondering what it is, thanks
Tue, 10 May 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have clicking noise and pain under rib cage . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like muscle strain , myofascial pain , chest infection , acid reflux and lift something too heavy . It can also sometimes occur due to cardiac condition like angina . I would suggest you to consult cardiologist for proper examination and rule out serious condition like angina . Doctor may order ECG, TMT along with complete blood profile and troponin t test . I to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe isosorbide dinitrate , beta blockers , furosemide , sedative and aspirin . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon if there will be broken rib or muscle . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for acid reflux. For now continue taking advil , stay calm and apply warm compresses to back .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Clicking Noise And Pain Under Rib Cage?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have clicking noise and pain under rib cage . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like muscle strain , myofascial pain , chest infection , acid reflux and lift something too heavy . It can also sometimes occur due to cardiac condition like angina . I would suggest you to consult cardiologist for proper examination and rule out serious condition like angina . Doctor may order ECG, TMT along with complete blood profile and troponin t test . I to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe isosorbide dinitrate , beta blockers , furosemide , sedative and aspirin . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon if there will be broken rib or muscle . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for acid reflux. For now continue taking advil , stay calm and apply warm compresses to back . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari