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What Does Pain Around The Rib Cage Indicate?
i am having pain in my left upper side like right around my ribs it feels like someone is scaping like the inside of a pumpkin when you are carving a pumpkin.....it feels bruised and seems to be swollen or bloated on both sides.....anything to worry about?
Tue, 2 Jan 2018
Hi,
I understand your concern.
The pain you are feeling in your left upper side like a bruising feeling associated with bloating sensation is due to distended bowels.
Gas is causing bowels to enlarge. This will put pressure on diaphragm, and on chest organs following the pain sensation.
Take probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora and reduce gas.
Try to have meals regularly with lots of fiber to help form stool accordingly and regular bowel movements.
Wish fast recovery.
I understand your concern.
The pain you are feeling in your left upper side like a bruising feeling associated with bloating sensation is due to distended bowels.
Gas is causing bowels to enlarge. This will put pressure on diaphragm, and on chest organs following the pain sensation.
Take probiotics to stabilize intestinal flora and reduce gas.
Try to have meals regularly with lots of fiber to help form stool accordingly and regular bowel movements.
Wish fast recovery.
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