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What causes dull pain under right rib cage that comes and goes?

Dull pain under your right rib cage that comes and goes might be caused by issues with your digestive, musculoskeletal, or respiratory systems.

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What causes pain under right rib cage after eating?

Pain under your right rib cage after eating can be related to digestive issues.

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What causes swelling under right rib cage?

Swelling under the right rib cage can result from several issues such as bloating or issues with nearby organs.

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What could be causing a feeling of fullness without having eaten anything?

Feeling full when you haven't eaten can be due to conditions like gastroparesis, functional dyspepsia, or bloating from functional gastrointestinal disorders.

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What could be causing a stomach ache and diarrhea?

A stomach ache with diarrhea is commonly caused by a stomach bug (gastroenteritis) or another digestive issue.

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What could be causing upper left abdominal pain after eating?

Upper left abdominal pain after eating is most commonly related to digestive issues.

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What could be causing upper right abdominal pain under the ribs?

The pain under your upper right ribs can come from problems with your gallbladder, liver, or even from the muscles and bones near that area.

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What could be the cause of dull pain in the upper right abdomen?

A dull pain in the upper right abdomen may be caused by issues involving the liver or gallbladder, but sometimes the pain may come from other problems.

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What could be the cause of sharp lower left abdominal pain?

Sharp pain in the lower left side of your belly might be caused by inflammation in the colon, such as diverticular disease, or less common conditions that affect that area.

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What could be the causes of pain on the left side of my abdomen?

Pain on the left side of your abdomen can be caused by a few things, such as problems with the colon like diverticular disease or sometimes even a rare case of left-sided appendicitis. It’s important to have a doctor check your symptoms to find the exact cause.

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What could be the causes of severe abdominal pain and vomiting?

Severe abdominal pain and vomiting may be caused by stomach and intestinal infections, pancreas or gallbladder inflammation, stomach ulcers, or an intestinal blockage.

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What could be the causes of vomiting blood and when should I seek help?

Vomiting blood, or hematemesis, can be caused by problems like a tear, an ulcer, or bleeding in the digestive tract. It is important to seek help right away if you notice this symptom along with other warning signs.

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What could cause a dull sensation in the upper right abdomen?

A dull sensation in the upper right belly can be caused by issues with the gallbladder or liver. It might be due to gallstones, inflammation (like cholecystitis), or liver conditions.

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What could cause a persistent feeling of incomplete evacuation after a bowel movement?

A constant feeling that you haven’t fully emptied your bowels can be caused by constipation from slow colon movement or a problem with the muscles used during bowel movements.

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What could cause a sensation of fullness in the stomach while still feeling hungry?

This sensation might happen when the signals from your stomach and brain are a bit mixed up. It involves hormones and the way your stomach empties food, which can make you feel full even when you're still hungry.

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What could cause a sensation that feels like a blockage in the rectal area?

A feeling of blockage in the rectal area can be caused by a hard mass of stool (fecal impaction), a fold of the rectal wall (rectoanal intussusception), or changes in how you feel things in that area (rectal hyposensitivity).

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What could cause left side abdominal pain with diarrhea?

Left-side abdominal pain with diarrhea can be caused by issues in the colon, such as diverticulitis or epiploic appendagitis, and sometimes by infections like giardiasis.

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What could cause pain in your lower abdomen?

Lower abdominal pain can happen for many reasons, from problems in your intestines or urinary system to issues with muscles or, in females, the reproductive organs.

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What could cause severe abdominal pain after eating?

Severe abdominal pain after eating can be caused by several conditions that affect the stomach, intestines, and nearby organs. The pain typically stems from inflammation or problems like gallstones.

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What could cause severe abdominal pain and diarrhea?

Severe abdominal pain and diarrhea can be caused by infections in your gut, like gastroenteritis, or by other conditions that irritate your intestines.

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