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What Causes Discomfort Beneath Rib Cage?

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?
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Hello,the discomfort may be due to
1.Indigestion
2.Strained Muscle
3.Gastritis
4.Gas accumulation
Treatment for gastritis usually involves:
Taking antacids and other drugs to reduce stomach acid.
Avoiding hot and spicy foods.
For gastritis caused by H. pylori infection, your doctor will prescribe a regimen of several antibiotics plus an acid blocking drug (used for heartburn).

Indigestion (dyspepsia) happens to almost everyone from time to time. It may cause stomach discomfort or a feeling of being too full. When severe, it can cause heartburn, bloating, nausea, and vomiting.
Does-
1.Drink lot of water
2.Eat your food at regular time
Dont
1.avoid spicy food
2.avoid tea,coffee,
3.avoid alcohol and smoking

Thanks,
Regards,
Dr Krupa.G
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What Causes Discomfort Beneath Rib Cage?

Welcome to Healthcare Magic. Hello,the discomfort may be due to 1.Indigestion 2.Strained Muscle 3.Gastritis 4.Gas accumulation Treatment for gastritis usually involves: Taking antacids and other drugs to reduce stomach acid. Avoiding hot and spicy foods. For gastritis caused by H. pylori infection, your doctor will prescribe a regimen of several antibiotics plus an acid blocking drug (used for heartburn). Indigestion (dyspepsia) happens to almost everyone from time to time. It may cause stomach discomfort or a feeling of being too full. When severe, it can cause heartburn, bloating, nausea, and vomiting. Does- 1.Drink lot of water 2.Eat your food at regular time Dont 1.avoid spicy food 2.avoid tea,coffee, 3.avoid alcohol and smoking Thanks, Regards, Dr Krupa.G