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What Causes Pain In Lower Ribs And Lower Left Rib To Be Pushed Out?

My lowest left rib is pushed out just to say more then the other side and I hae a dull deep pain there for months, I went and seen my family doctor who sent me for X-rays and said it must be my muscles, this pain has now Horton worse over the past few weeks especially in the evening after work any edvice ?
Tue, 18 Nov 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Firstly the pain under the left side of the rib cage may be due to Gastritis(Inflammation of the stomach). I advise would be to avoid spicy and greasy food. Prescribe proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole. A gastroscopy will help in the diagnosis.

Secondly it may be due to pancreatitis(Inflammation of pancreas). Stop smoking and alcohol if any. Blood tests like serum amylase and lipase will help in the diagnosis.

Thirdly kidney stones. X ray of the KUB will help in the diagnosis. Antispasmodic for pain. Increased intake of water is advised. The size and site of the stone determines whether the treatment is medical or surgical.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Causes Pain In Lower Ribs And Lower Left Rib To Be Pushed Out?

Hello, Thanks for your query. Firstly the pain under the left side of the rib cage may be due to Gastritis(Inflammation of the stomach). I advise would be to avoid spicy and greasy food. Prescribe proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole. A gastroscopy will help in the diagnosis. Secondly it may be due to pancreatitis(Inflammation of pancreas). Stop smoking and alcohol if any. Blood tests like serum amylase and lipase will help in the diagnosis. Thirdly kidney stones. X ray of the KUB will help in the diagnosis. Antispasmodic for pain. Increased intake of water is advised. The size and site of the stone determines whether the treatment is medical or surgical. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care