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I'm having occasional pain(not exactly pain but something different) in left side upper abdomen (end of Ribs) mostly in morning and night. I can't do my regular push-up workouts. It's normal or need to consult doctor. Which doctor i need to consult for this problem?
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Hii. Pain pattern doesn't seem panicky. Although would like to know it's pattern
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Need more details. Pain can be due to many reasons. Drink lots of water
Consult a doctor
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Pain can be due to various reasons, hence some investigations need to be done
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Consult a specialist for better treatment and get some investigation done.
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As per my opinion you should consult with your doctor and get some investigations done ..
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The pain could be due to over muscle stretching, like more pushups as u mentioned. Or it could even be due to stomach or spleen related issues. Please connect as more details are needed
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Discomfort in the left upper abdomen near the ribs can come from several causes, ranging from simple muscular strain (especially if you do push-ups) to stomach or even spleen-related issues. Since it is occasional and more around activity and posture, muscle involvement is quite possible, but we cannot be certain without an examination.
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If the discomfort continues, it’s best to get it evaluated once. You can start with a general physician, and if needed, they may guide you to a gastroenterologist or orthopedician depending on the findings. Avoid heavy push-ups or strenuous exercises till it settles. If you’d like, you can consult me here on Practo and I can go over your history in detail and suggest the right next step.
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Watch out for warning signs like persistent severe pain, vomiting, blood in stools, or breathing difficulty - in such cases seek immediate medical attention. Otherwise, gentle stretching, proper posture, and light meals can help till you get reviewed.
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This can be muscular due to stretching in exercise
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You can contact for personal consultation and for detailed prescription
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Hello , Kindly consider having a Tele-Consultation with me on PRACTO App since adequate patient history is required for proper treatment and further follow up . Thank You
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I'm really sorry to hear you're going through this — dealing with unusual or persistent discomfort, especially when it starts affecting your daily activities like workouts, can definitely be concerning.
From what you're describing — occasional discomfort (not exactly pain) in the left upper abdomen near the ribs, mostly in the morning and night, and interference with push-ups — some possibilities are
1. Musculoskeletal Issues
Muscle strain from exercise, especially push-ups. Often worse with movement, deep breathing, or pressing on the area.
2. Gastrointestinal Issues
Gas or bloating from diet can cause localized discomfort. Acid reflux (GERD) can cause upper abdominal pain, often worse in the morning or night (especially if lying down after eating).
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Yes — it's a good idea to consult a doctor, even if just to rule out anything serious.
Start with a General Physician (GP) or Internal Medicine doctor — they can:
1. Examine you physically,
2. Rule out serious causes (like spleen or GI issues),
3. Refer you to a specialist if needed.
If it's diagnosed as musculoskeletal: They might refer you to an orthopedic doctor or physiotherapist.
If it's digestive: You may be referred to a gastroenterologist.
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In the Meantime (Before You See a Doctor)
1. Avoid push-ups or exercises that worsen it.
2. Try gentle stretching.
3. Use a warm compress on the area if it's sore.
4. Track any food triggers, sleep positions, or activities that make it worse.
5. Try to maintain an upright posture while sitting/studying.
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Itha vachi onum sola mudiyathu. Need more details. If your worried then take a consultation
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Take paid consultation
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Dear brother, eat early at dinner before sunset. Do grounding. Eat simple rice based home foods. You shod be well in e days. If not, consult.
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Get ultrasound abdomen done and share results.
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You need to consult and do whole abdomen ultrasound
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Usg whole abdomen advisable. Without examination seems to be gas acidity gastritis or normal.
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Mucain gel10 ml without water nothing by mouth till 30min can be taken 3to 4times specially when you feel pain.
Meftal spas ds two times or sos after food.
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You can't describe what exactly you are feeling. As such it is difficult to guess what you are feeling.
Please consult a General Physician in your area for a physical examination so that he knows what you are feeling.
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This occasional discomfort under the left ribs can be due to acidity or simple muscle strain
You can book an online consultation with me here on practo for a personalised evaluation so that we can assess your symptoms in detail and guide you with the right treatment
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Nothing serious
Do aerobic exercises
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Relax for few days. No exercise. You will be fine.
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If you have no other complains aside from vague pain over upper left abdomen and occasionally
Seems likely to be stretched muscle or spasm over the abdominal wall muscles.
Gentle hot fomentation over the area and rest for 3-5 days should relieve the pain.
You can consult a general physician first if the pain is not relieved
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Hello, since how long do u have this pain and is it associated with cough /fever/constipation/chest pain / stress /weight loss etc.
Do u have any renal (kidney)stone in past ?
Do you feel any swelling or tender nodule at site of pain if not then?
Most likely it can be gastritis or any neuromuscular pain due to over stretching
It is always better to consult at clinic to do proper clinical examination of site .
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cbc +esr , usg(abdo+pelvis),chest xray (pa view),ecg
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Avoid spicy food, rest from heavy strength exercise and drink plenty of water
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Need to evaluate symptoms and history. I can tell you how long it can last if pain is periodic & what should be done to avoid that. Reach out for further assistance.
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Seems like muscular pain
Avoid pushups
Show to orthopedic surgeon
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Dr. Shivani B
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May be due to exercise
Take zerodol mr 2 times for 3 days
May also be internal issues take usg abd and pelvis if it doesn't subside with tablet
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
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Belgaum
Take tab zerodol mr
And tab pan d
Consult online
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
-Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life . ....
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