What is the remedy for the pain under my rib cage after a back injury?
Patient: hello, two days ago i fell backwards and landed on my upper back. i was fine. but yesterday i was really sore and i noticed that i had a stomach ache the whole day. it wasn't in my stomach area but more upper like directly under my rib cage. today the same discomfort and i have been passing a lot of gas and diarrhea. what happened? Doctor: Hello, I have studied your case. Due to trauma to back there can be injury to vertebra and rib ,you may need to do X ray spine and MRI spine.Due to compression of this nerve root there is back pain.For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapistfor help.Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care