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What is this odd pain under the left side of my rib cage?

What causes sharp pain, left side under rib cage?

  • I have this sharp pain, that gets worse with breathing, moving and standing. It's under my rib cage, left side more towards the back then the front. Anyone have any idea what ...show more

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    I doubt you've broken/fractured a rib because I'm guessing you'd remember doing that... You do have a vital little organ under your left rib cage, it's your pancreas and I became very familiar with mine after an onset of severe pain and other complications. It took a little while for doctors to suss out what it was (cause mine were ****) but after a scan of my gall bladder - ruling out gal stones, I was eventually diagnosed with Pancreatitis (basically inflammation of the pancreas) and you can have major problems if your pancreas becomes too damaged because it is unable to repair itself. I am no longer able to drink alcohol or have caffeinated drinks because of it. Check out this website and see if you have any other similar symptoms: http://www.mydr.com.au/pain/pancreatitis-all-you-need-to-know And I'd definitely go to the doctors too. All the best

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It's also possible that it's is a rib out of place. I get this often. If you visit a doctor they will run a ton of expensive tests for no reason (trust me, I know... I'm a nurse). Try going to a chiropractor, they could help.

operagustus

In between the bones of your ribcage are small connector muscles called interstitial muscles. Sometimes these may become agitated due to lack of movement/exercise or become strained due to overexertion or hyper extension. It is really nothing to worry about if it happens once in a while. If it lasts for over 24 hours however, or becomes worse, consult a physician.

I'll See Myself Out

I've had this before and I honestly have no idea what could have caused it. After a while it should get better if it's the same thing I was going through. It hurts when you breathe in or talk loudly or cough, right? I hope you feel better soon.

carley

It could be your gallbladder. I've had mine removed, but it was definitely sharp pains and definitely unpleasant. Although it could be gas, I'm sure you would know if you were just having gas. Grease and greasy foods can increase the pain in having gall stones, which is what makes it necessary to get gallbladders removed. Best of luck, I hope it's nothing serious! :) <3

Anne

sounds like gas pain. i would drink some cola a perhaps burp if possible.

Awalrus

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