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Hello my fiancee has been having moderate to severe pain on the left side of her torso under the ribs. This is accompanied by a migraine that seems to come and go. we are close to going to the emergency room but are trying other options first in hopes that we can dodge more medical bills. Thank you in advance for any and all assistance.
Costochondritis or Tietze's syndrome is another common cause of rib cage pain. This condition is characterized by inflammation of the cartilage in the rib cage.
Rib cage pain due to costochondritis ranges from mild to severe. Symptoms include tenderness and pain when touching the chest area.
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Dr Monish De, Oncologist
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What Causes Severe Pain Under The Ribs?
Hi, Costochondritis or Tietze s syndrome is another common cause of rib cage pain. This condition is characterized by inflammation of the cartilage in the rib cage. Rib cage pain due to costochondritis ranges from mild to severe. Symptoms include tenderness and pain when touching the chest area. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Monish De, Oncologist