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What Causes Discomfort Under The Rib Cage Along With Back Pain?
I have been dealing with a slight discomfort under right rib cage on and off for about a year. It seems lately it s been more constant and more back pain as well, more like out of alignment. I had an abdominal X-ray done and it came back negative. I have always had lots of gas and bloating. It feels like I have a tennis ball shoved up under rib cage a lot of times. I still run 2 miles, 3-4 times a week with no problems.
Thu, 29 Aug 2019
Hi,
The pain you describe is likely to be due to indigestion with gas filled intestines under the diaphragm. Liver problem specifically gall bladder / spondylitis of thoracic point need to be excluded as other possibility by direct physical examination; an MRI is needful. Consult your family physician for primary evaluation & referral to specialist if needed.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
The pain you describe is likely to be due to indigestion with gas filled intestines under the diaphragm. Liver problem specifically gall bladder / spondylitis of thoracic point need to be excluded as other possibility by direct physical examination; an MRI is needful. Consult your family physician for primary evaluation & referral to specialist if needed.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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