Pain under ribs.

[Jane123]

Do anyone have very bad pains just under their rib cage on both sides, what could this be? pains in the day, also on waking up in the morning.

[73snoopy]

Hi jane, I too get that and it's to do with inflammation of the tissues. It's more common in women too?! Mine usually settles with regular pain killers. It's horrible though isn't it? X

[Jane123 in reply to 73snoopy]

Thanks 73snoopy, do you manage to work as I'm on the sick at the moment with pain under ribs, legs, hips and feet. X

[73snoopy in reply to Jane123]

I had been working full time, but had to stop methotrexate etc and had a huge flare. Hopefully getting an alternative next week when I see the professor, then back to work for me!! Hope you feel better soon and the pain settles down x

[anbuma]

iv e haD THSI FOR 3 YEARS and no diagnosis other than being told its inflammation until a few weeks ago when gp said it was hiatus hernia causing it on left side.so I said in that case ive had hiatus hernia for 3 years.some have said it s costochondritis.my ribs protrude on left side and prevent sleep .

[frog]

Hi.

I also get severe pain under my ribs, I had my gallbladder removed years ago, and this pain is as though the gallbladder is back.

I have put my pain down to inflammation and poss scar tissue.

The pain is severe and can last over an hour at times, and i don't know what to do with myself.

I took codeine tablets as prescribed by GP some while ago, which seem to cause a severe reaction under my rib area.

Hence I avoid codeine now completely.

This may sound daft, but deep breaths and controlled exhalation seems to help.

But sorry, no miracle cure.

Take care , Sandy

[Jane123]

Hi, sandy,

I also had my gallbladder removed years ago since then can't take codeine, I too have a severe reaction , send to hospital for 2days. Jane. x

[MargaretGail]

I have this too and when I mentioned it to the rheumy nurse she said it was inflammation and arranged CRP blood test.

[Jane123 in reply to MargaretGail]

Had a Blood test today, Thanks for reply.

[Belee]

I was told mine was costochondritis - inflammation of the cartalige (sorry cant spell that!) between the ribcage.

Very painful but was told rest and painkillers would help. Mine usually lasts a few days to a couple of weeks before going.

I hope you manage to find some relief soon. Its such a horrible pain.

Take care

xxx

[Jane123]

Thank you, Belee.