rib cage pain
My rib cage is painful from front to back, I went to the chiropractor 2 times still it didnt leave, it hurts me when I get up in the morning or if i sit down for a while and get up after a while, it hurts then to, what kind of pain is this and what should i do or should i be worried about it right away.
The most common causes of rib cage pain are:
• A bruised, cracked or fractured rib (If the pain gets worse when you bend or twist your body, this is likely.)
• Costochondritis – inflammation of cartilage near the breastbone
• Osteoporosis – thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density
• Pleurisy – inflammation of the lining of the lungs (causes pain when you take a deep breath or cough)
All of these need to be treated by a doctor, so I'd suggest seeing your doctor soon.
- Thank you for your input
- Ranked Helpful (4)
- Report Abuse
Karen Lee Richards
Tuesday, May 05, 2009 at 11:46 PM
It could be. I'm afraid there's no way to tell without a physical examination and possibly some tests. Any sharp, stabbing pain like you describe needs to be checked by a doctor.
lvmaverick
Wednesday, May 06, 2009 at 02:16 PM
Thank You for the info. Do you no the name of the tests that would diagnose what the problem is? Also, what field of medicine would the Doctor be an expert in.
Cheers! jack
Karen Lee Richards
Friday, May 08, 2009 at 04:17 PM
I don't know what tests might be needed, if any. It would depend on what the doctor thinks based on your symptoms and a physical exam. As for what kind of doctor, if you have a primary care physician, I'd start there. If you don't have a regular doctor, an internist would probably be a good choice.
lvmaverick
Friday, May 08, 2009 at 04:38 PM
Thanks Karen, I had an appointment with my GP and he found a mass in the area of the pain. He has
set up a ultra sound test that would give him more info. He said he had a patient who had simular problem. They found the mass was pressing on a nerve and when the mass was reduced the pain went away
I think i am on the right path.
Cheers! and God Bless Jack
Karen Lee Richards
Friday, May 08, 2009 at 04:44 PM
I'm so glad you've already gotten to see your doctor, Jack. It does sound like you're on the right path. Thanks for letting me know. I hope you'll keep me posted on how you're doing. God bless you! Karen
i have pain in my rib cage right side, It is a sharp stabbing pain that occurs as I move around, could it be neuralgia?