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I have this sensation right below my rib cage, right side abdomen area that feels like a baby kicking. I'm not pregnant. It doesn't hurt. It's been for about 2 months. Multiple times throughout the day. Yes, I do have some gas, but not any more than I normally do. Any thoughts?
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Right rib cage discomfort may be due to hepatic flexur of colon distension due to gas or gastritis or irritable bowel syndrome or anxiety etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Pain in the right rib cage may be due to cholicystitis or hepatitis or gas in the right abdomen or infection or Hypokalemia etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Avoid spicy food and alcohol avoid smoking and caffeine drinks. Use probiotic tablet twice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
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What Causes Discomfort Below The Ribcage?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Right rib cage discomfort may be due to hepatic flexur of colon distension due to gas or gastritis or irritable bowel syndrome or anxiety etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.