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What Causes Intermittent Pressure Under The Right Rib?
For the past month I have had an on and off feeling of pressure under my right rib towards the center. It generally is more pronounced after a meal or when sitting down ie driving. It is not a pain, just an uncomfortable feeling and doesn t seem to bother lying down or walking other than a slight jiggling feeling. I have an appointment with my doctor Feb 3
Thu, 10 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have intermittent pressure under the right rib . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like strain on the Intercostal Muscles , gallstones , costochondritis , pancreatitis , acid reflux and ulcers or inflammatory bowel disorder . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor ma order ultrasound , stool test , endoscopy and take history along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe omeprazole , ornidazole , laxative or muscle relaxant . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for cardiac condition like angina or chest specialist for chest infection . For now apply warm compresses on pain site , eat light and non spicy also take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Avoid eating spicy and heavy food and try to take food atleast one hour before going to bed .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have intermittent pressure under the right rib . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like strain on the Intercostal Muscles , gallstones , costochondritis , pancreatitis , acid reflux and ulcers or inflammatory bowel disorder . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor ma order ultrasound , stool test , endoscopy and take history along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe omeprazole , ornidazole , laxative or muscle relaxant . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for cardiac condition like angina or chest specialist for chest infection . For now apply warm compresses on pain site , eat light and non spicy also take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Avoid eating spicy and heavy food and try to take food atleast one hour before going to bed .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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