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What Causes Pain Under The Rib Cage On The Left Side?
My husband is experiencing pain in the area under the rib cage, mainly on the left side. He has not sustained any injuries. What could be causing this? Last year the Urologist observed a kidney stone on an ultra sound, and suggested he come back in a few months to have it checked again. Could this be the cause?
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Hello,
The symptoms does not seem to be related to the kidney stone. Rib cage pain can be caused by a variety of things, ranging from pulled muscles to a rib fracture.
The pain may occur immediately upon injury or develop slowly over time. I recommend an abdominal ultrasound for further evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms does not seem to be related to the kidney stone. Rib cage pain can be caused by a variety of things, ranging from pulled muscles to a rib fracture.
The pain may occur immediately upon injury or develop slowly over time. I recommend an abdominal ultrasound for further evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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