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What Causes Intermittent Spasms Under Rib Cage?

This weekend I ve been having spasms under my left rib cage, it comes and goes...it pulls so hard that I can t do much while it s happening....I did do some ab exercises on Friday and I think that it could be linked??? Just not sure if I should wait it out or see a dr for it!!!
Mon, 2 Nov 2020
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Hi,

It can be stomach related but for reassurance cheat X-ray and ultrasound abdomen to rule out other pathologies. Meanwhile, OTC analgesic like acetaminophen and antacids like Omeperazole may be helpful. Anti-spasmodic like Drotaverine can also be used for symptomatic relief.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Intermittent Spasms Under Rib Cage?

Hi, It can be stomach related but for reassurance cheat X-ray and ultrasound abdomen to rule out other pathologies. Meanwhile, OTC analgesic like acetaminophen and antacids like Omeperazole may be helpful. Anti-spasmodic like Drotaverine can also be used for symptomatic relief. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician