I am 28 55 and 140lbs. For the last few days I have been dealing with some moderate pain in my right ribs sore to the touch and now radiating to my back. I have some chest pains and shortness of breath as well at times and before this I had severe stomach pain with extreme dizziness and nausea these sytoms started about a week ago and come and go. However the rib and chest pain seems to be getting worse. Any idea what could be causing all these systoms? Thanks!
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Chest pain, rib pain, back pain, shortness of breath etc. are commonly seen with lung diseases like pneumonia, pleural effusion, bronchitis, pleurisy etc. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system 2. Chest x-ray 3. PUT (pulmonary function test). Chest x-ray is needed to rule out pneumonia and pleural effusion. PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis. You will need antibiotic, inhaled bronchodilator and inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) on the basis of these reports. Don't worry, you will be alright. First diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.