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What Causes Pain In Bottom Area Of Rib Cage?
I am 57 years old, and work in a school kitchen, so do heavy lifting at times, and have to do things quickly. The past 4-5 days I have had pain on my left side behind the bottom area of my rib cage more towards the front to middle and side (does not seem to be in my back). It seems worse when sitting. I wonder if this is simple muscle strain, or if could be something more.
Thu, 18 Jun 2015
Hi,
It seems like you must have strained a muscle.
Kindly take tablet diclofenac 50 mg twice a day after a heavy meals for 3 days.
also use topical muscle relaxant sprays in the affected area.
Kindly observe for three days. If it still doesnt get alright kindly consult a doctor. Also check if there is any swelling in the left lower abdomen near the pubic region to rule out hernia.
Regards,
Dr.riyanka
It seems like you must have strained a muscle.
Kindly take tablet diclofenac 50 mg twice a day after a heavy meals for 3 days.
also use topical muscle relaxant sprays in the affected area.
Kindly observe for three days. If it still doesnt get alright kindly consult a doctor. Also check if there is any swelling in the left lower abdomen near the pubic region to rule out hernia.
Regards,
Dr.riyanka
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