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What Causes Pain And Trouble In Breathing Under Left Rib Cage?

My left side right under my rib cage has been bothering me latelty it hurts to breath in touch it and lift things. I dont know what it is but it has been bothering me for a month or 2 now. Tylenol seems to help but im taking 3 tylenol every 4 hrs to keep the pain away. What is it??
Mon, 27 Jun 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Since your chest pain is associated with lifting things and breathing, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more.
But as it is left sided chest pain, we should first rule out heart related chest pain.
So first get done ecg and 2d echo. If both these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases.
Musculoskeletal pain is more likely in your case.
So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid movements causing pain.
2. Avoid bad postures in sleep.
3. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
4. Sit with proper back and chest support.
5. Take painkiller like ibuprofen.
6. Apply warm water pad on affected areas.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Pain And Trouble In Breathing Under Left Rib Cage?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since your chest pain is associated with lifting things and breathing, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more. But as it is left sided chest pain, we should first rule out heart related chest pain. So first get done ecg and 2d echo. If both these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. Musculoskeletal pain is more likely in your case. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid movements causing pain. 2. Avoid bad postures in sleep. 3. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 4. Sit with proper back and chest support. 5. Take painkiller like ibuprofen. 6. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.