Hi Im having my period and I keep getting a dull pain on my left hand side under my rib cage,  last ymarch I had surgery where they took away my large bowel and formed a j pouch from the small part,  this is my 4th period since the op iv had this dull pain for 2 to 3 days
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Possibility of simple musculoskeletal pain is more likely in your case. But better to rule out cardiac chest pain first because you are having left sided chest pain. So get done ECG, 2d echo and stress test. If all these are normal then no need to worry about heart diseases. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. Take simple painkiller like ibuprofen. Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid bad postures in sleep. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.