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Suggest Treatment For Discomfort Under The Rib Cage

Discomfort beneath rib-cage (stomache?)For the last 5 days, I've had discomfort beneath my rib-cage (directly below the center of the rib-cage)

It almost feels like my tummy is about to let off a huge grumble, as it would do when I?m hungry, but nothing comes of it.
It doesn't hurt as such, but is a constant discomfort. I've pushed, prodded and poked it - No pain, no movement.

What could be affected in this area? What could it be? Gas? Indigestion of some kind?
I've taken Gaviscon tablets and ibuprofen with no luck.

I hope someone understands my symptoms.
Chris
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hello,

There are many reasons for this issue as:
- Intestine infection
- Gastritis or Duodenitis
- Gallbladder pathology
- Liver, bile drainage system or another issue
In our clinic, we recommend primary work up with ultrasound for better guidelines of management.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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Suggest Treatment For Discomfort Under The Rib Cage

Hello, There are many reasons for this issue as: - Intestine infection - Gastritis or Duodenitis - Gallbladder pathology - Liver, bile drainage system or another issue In our clinic, we recommend primary work up with ultrasound for better guidelines of management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel