Safe - Pain under my ribs??

XxCharliexX · 21-08-2009, 12:09 AM

All day today i have been getting a consistant pain just below my ribs and under my ribs, i cant breathe properly because its so painful and it hurts to move. At the moment it is only on my left side but its making me feel sick and very uncomfortable. Its very painful whether im sat down or stood up.
I have raised alt levels in my liver function test which is being investigated further. I dont know if this would be related.
Does anyone know what it could be and what i can do to make myself more comfortable?
Thanks in advance xx

Animad · 21-08-2009, 09:44 AM

That is where you liver lies so it may be connected though may not be; we can't really say as it could also be related to the muscles in that area so you would be best getting checked out by your GP if the pain is just around the last few ribs. If it is more widespread in your chest or is starting to affect your breathing more then go to A&E/ the ER straight away.

Using a hot water bottle on the area may help. As may a hot bath or shower. This is because heat helps to relax muscles so if it is muscular pain which is a definate possibility then that may relieve it. Also, if your stomach/ bowels appear to be normal (ie no vomiting or diarrhoea) and you're not on any meds/ have other medical conditions which interfere with it then you could take some Ibuprofen as it says on the package.

XxCharliexX · 21-08-2009, 05:54 PM

Ok then thank you.
Im going to see my doctor because i had a shower and bath and it is still painful. I have been feeling very sick and i suffer with ibs anyway and an on meds for that and that seems to have inflamed since so im going to go and see my gp.
Thanks again for your reply and advice. x