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What Causes Pain And Breathing Problem On The Right Side Of Rib Cage?

I am trying to find out what organs are under the right side of the rib cage. I had surgery on the 17th of this month, shortly after that (approx. 36 hrs) II had difficulty breathing and pain on the right side of my rib cage. I went to the E.R. they ran test said I had tested positive for a dime something enzyme, but diagnosed air under rib cage and sent me home,the doctor said I would feel better in two days, well, I still hurt when I breath and it is coming from the right side and my rib cage still aches.
Tue, 10 Sep 2019
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Hello,

First, we should know the type of surgery you got and the primary cause. Plus, should know if you have been prescribed antibiotics.

From what you are reporting, the pain you feel under your right rib cage is from gas. It's common to get increased gas after surgery.

Gas will cause bowels to distend, thus they will press on the nearby organs and nerves causing the pain you feel.

You should take:

- probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora
- if used antibiotics should add anti-fungals
- digestive enzymes with peppermint oil supplement to ease digestion.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain And Breathing Problem On The Right Side Of Rib Cage?

Hello, First, we should know the type of surgery you got and the primary cause. Plus, should know if you have been prescribed antibiotics. From what you are reporting, the pain you feel under your right rib cage is from gas. It s common to get increased gas after surgery. Gas will cause bowels to distend, thus they will press on the nearby organs and nerves causing the pain you feel. You should take: - probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora - if used antibiotics should add anti-fungals - digestive enzymes with peppermint oil supplement to ease digestion. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician