I have had my gall bladder removed, and I had been told the my spincter oddi muscle does not work properly, I m taking meds to relax it, I m now having very sharp pains right under my last rib on my right side, its sore to the touch, can you tell me what it might be?
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp pain under the ribs with history of gall bladder removal. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like strain on the Intercostal Muscles, gallstones, Costco Chat Doctor.  I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination and to check if there is any post gall bladder surgery complication. Doctor my order ultrasound, stool test, endoscopy and take history along with physical examination. Doctor may prescribe omeprazole, ornidazole, laxative or muscle relaxant. Doctor may also refer you to chest specialist for chest infection. For now apply warm compresses on pain site, eat light and non-spicy also take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain. Doctor may refer you to orthopedic surgeon for muscle and bone problem or to cardiologist for cardiac problem like angina. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,