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What Causes Pain In Rib Cage?
Two days ago it started hurting really bad any time I bend my rib cage left. It feels like its grabbing on to something and letting go right where my floating rib is. Could this be rib cage related or abdomen related? I feel pressure when I m laughing or coughing as well. Could it be gastritis?
Thu, 6 Jun 2019
Hi,
Given your description, you seem to be suffering from gastritis which is related to smoking and stress. The following measures will help:
a. Stop smoking and avoid alcohol.
b. You can try taking Tablet Prevacid OTC once a day, half an hour before meals.
c. Avoid spicy food.
d. De-stress with yoga, meditation or breathing exercises.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
Given your description, you seem to be suffering from gastritis which is related to smoking and stress. The following measures will help:
a. Stop smoking and avoid alcohol.
b. You can try taking Tablet Prevacid OTC once a day, half an hour before meals.
c. Avoid spicy food.
d. De-stress with yoga, meditation or breathing exercises.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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