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What Causes Pain Under Rib Cage On The Right Side?

I have pain under right side of rib cage in back. Pain radiates down far right back side near top of pelvis. Right5 side of rib cage protrusion. Pain has been getting progressively worse over last 3 days. Any thoughts regarding cause and effected organs?
Thu, 20 Sep 2018
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Hi,

By your history and description, the possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely. But better to rule out underlying lung pathology first.

So get done chest X-ray. If the chest X-ray is normal then no need to worry about major lung disease.

Do following things for better symptomatic relief in musculoskeletal pain. 1. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
2. Apply warm water pad on affected areas of the chest.
3. Avoid sudden jerky movements of the back and chest.
4. Take the painkiller and anti-inflammatory drugs like Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen.

Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.

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

Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar,
Pulmonologist
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What Causes Pain Under Rib Cage On The Right Side?

Hi, By your history and description, the possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely. But better to rule out underlying lung pathology first. So get done chest X-ray. If the chest X-ray is normal then no need to worry about major lung disease. Do following things for better symptomatic relief in musculoskeletal pain. 1. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 2. Apply warm water pad on affected areas of the chest. 3. Avoid sudden jerky movements of the back and chest. 4. Take the painkiller and anti-inflammatory drugs like Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar, Pulmonologist