HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Rib Cage Cramps And Stomach And Abdomen Pain After Thoracic Surgery?

I had thoracic surgery last August to remove a tumor that grew behind my sternum from my thyroid. I have since experienced several incapacitating cramps right under my left rib cage that radiate down to mid abdomen my doctor can not explain these. I can relieve them with holding my breath but most times I must stand up and raise my arms. They leave my weak and light headed and I am not able to eat if I drink water my stomach hurts. I have been checked for cardiac problems and they come back negative. Female, 49, 200lb,

Sat, 12 Jul 2014
Report Abuse
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Skeletal system


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Rib Cage Cramps And Stomach And Abdomen Pain After Thoracic Surgery?