Pain on the left under the ribs

All of these symptoms of a doctor have been analysed, on the basis of what developed in him already the disease and the presumptive diagnosis. Stomach pain often occur with chronic Gastritis, gastric ulcer, gastric cancer.

To confirm the diagnosis the doctor in the first line has fibrogastroduodenoscopy (FGDS research of the inner surface of the stomach with the help of an optical apparatus). During the procedure the doctor on a Monitor and sees the mucous membrane of the stomach, and everything else on the Stick is defective. During the study, you can determine the acidity of the gastric juice, and take a piece of tissue for histological examination, if it is necessary. Often the correct diagnosis, the x-ray examination ordered.

Sometimes pain to the left under the ribs appear in various diseases of the pancreas. More often you give in the back, but appear to be from the front. In the survey the accurate diagnosis.

Such pain in connection with diseases and injuries of the spleen. The spleen is located on the side and on the left side under the ribs, it is located in the capsule, in which numerous nerve endings. In some diseases of the spleen increases in volume and compresses the capsule, which leads to the emergence of pain. Very characteristic is pain in the spleen for this infectious disease, such as mononucleosis. At the same time increases and the liver, so that the pain can interfere with, and in the right upper quadrant. The spleen may be enlarged, and in some haematological diseases, e.g. leukaemia.

Very dangerous injuries of the spleen, which can lead to breakage of this body, and severe internal bleeding. Sometimes splenic rupture not associated with Trauma, with the disease and all of a sudden is happening against the background of physical exertion or even at rest.

Pain in the rear to the left under the ribs is a Symptom of diseases of the pancreas or the left kidney. The pancreas lies under the stomach and the head (located in the middle and to the right in the area of the duodenum), body and tail (back and left). Pain in the back and to the left under the ribs can be associated with inflammatory processes or tumors in the pancreas. For example, in the case of the chronic pancreatitis pain appear in the middle of the abdomen and in the left part of the back. In the case of cancer in the area of the tail of the pancreas-increasing character of the pain can be permanently.

Pain on the left and in the back under the ribs can be a Symptom of diseases of the left kidney. So, in the case of acute or chronic left-sided pyelonephritis pain dull aching can wear permanently. Kidney stones pain associated with the passage of small stones. Such pain bear the name of the attacks of renal colic, they appear suddenly and are very strong and sharp.

Pain in diseases of the heart

In the case of different heart also pain left under the ribs can diseases. In the case of coronary heart disease and Angina attacks acute pain of the flash, not long and relieve nitroglycerin. If such pain does not decrease in patients with myocardial infarction may develop.

In inflammatory and exchange-degenerative processes in the area of the heart muscle (myocarditis, myocardiodystrophy) heart pain is usually aching or pressing and often accompanied by disturbances of the heart rhythm.

Pain in osteochondrosis of the thoracic spine

Pain on the left under the ribs can spine a Symptom of degenerative disc disease of the breast. You can very confuse different character, so osteochondrosis easily with any other disease, can cause pain in the left subcostal area.

Pain on the left under the ribs appear in many diseases. Therefore, at the time of their emergence is best to consult a doctor immediately.

What pain mean in the left upper quadrant radiating to the back on the left side

What pain mean in the left upper abdomen

In the left part of the abdomen, under the ribs, the stomach, the pancreas, the spleen. In the case of diseases or injuries of these organs can cause pain, radiating to the back.

Instructions

  • Pain in the left upper stomach often occur due to problems in heart, kidney, intestine. Therefore, for a correct diagnosis is necessary to have all the symptoms, including the type and localization of pain. Of course, the right diagnosis, a specialist can., where, on the basis of the surveys, analyses
  • Possible causes for the emergence of pain sensations, donations in the back - diseases of the spleen and the heart. Strong paroxysmal pain, which is often in the back, can be a Symptom of inflammation of the spleen. And if the pain to a very strong, sharp, with increasing in the attempt of the movement, and, in addition, accompanied by blue skin of the abdomen, particularly in the area of the navel, you must immediately call "first aid", because these signs indicate a possible rupture of the spleen. Prior to the arrival of the doctor should be on the left side of the patient at any cold object, such as a ice pack or a plastic bottle with cold water.
  • "Ill also need a car" if the pain is not only back, but also in the shoulder, arm, neck. Because this is an indication of myocardial infarction. This disease is shortness of breath, a feeling of severe anxiety, dyspnea may point out. In such cases, it is better to be safe, because of the delay in medical assistance can be life-threatening.
  • Pain, radiating to the back, may indicate disease of the gastro-intestinal tract. Strong burning pain, often radiating to the back, often a sign of gastric ulcers. Another characteristic Symptom of this disease - frequent choking. In the stomach the pain is significantly reduced ulcer after vomiting.
  • Pain in the left lower abdomen are typical for Gastritis - inflammation of the mucous membrane of the stomach. The pain is sometimes distributed, and in the back area. When people Gastritis with high acidity, the pain occurs when it is hungry, and if with a reduced - after the meal. A characteristic feature: in the case of Gastritis, nausea, the not ulcers in the treatment of stomach often occurs.
  • In any case, you should not tolerate and do not self-medicate, but see a doctor and check. Because the right diagnosis and the most appropriate treatment can only a doctor. If severe pain, unbearable, you can pain relievers, and a professional drink. But in any case it is impossible to warm the place, where you feel the pain.