Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
131 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

I Am Suffering Pain When Applying Pressure Under Rib Cage

I am 13 weeks pregnant with my 3rd child (4th pregnancy actually, 2nd pregnancy was miscarriage ). just heard the heartbeat Monday. some mild discomfort as well as pain when applying pressure on upper left abdominal area under rib cage, more towards my side but not quite on my side. what could it be?
posted on Wed, 10 Feb 2010
Twitter Wed, 10 Feb 2010 Answered on
Twitter Wed, 10 Feb 2010 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
  Anonymous's Response
's  Response

It could be prtegnancy related gastritis also. Avoid taking greasy/spice/fried foods. Stick to bland diet, maintain well balanced diet. Talk to your gynecologist also about it. Get blood tests done, if hemoglobin is less, the load over heart will increase.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Miscarriage


Loading Online Doctors....
I Am Suffering Pain When Applying Pressure Under Rib Cage

It could be prtegnancy related gastritis also. Avoid taking greasy/spice/fried foods. Stick to bland diet, maintain well balanced diet. Talk to your gynecologist also about it. Get blood tests done, if hemoglobin is less, the load over heart will increase.