Why Do I Have A Pain And Discomfort In My Left Hip To The Side In The Area Below My Rib Cage?

Posted on Mon, 9 Jul 2018

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Question : I have a pain/discomfort in my left hip/side in the area below my rib cage by a few inches. The discomfort isn't exactly constant but for about 36 hours it has been present the majority of the time. Sometimes, especially when I change body positions, there is almost a gurgle feeling in the area somewhat similar to the way the stomach feels when it's "growling". Almost a sense of pressure and ache-iness but certainly not a sharp or intolerable pain sending me to the hospital, yet.

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Possibly gas pain

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

The pain and the associated symptoms you are experiencing is likely gas pains.
- Eat small frequent meals
- Avoid carbonated drinks
- You can also take Simethicone (Gas X) 60 mg 4 times daily.
If the pain persists after 48 hours, follow up with your primary provider for evaluation.

Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi

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