What should I do for bloating and pain below the right rib?

Jun 04, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, I accidentally got injured in a collision and have been experiencing pain and discomfort below the right rib. Doctor, I'd like to know what I should do about the swelling and pain below the right rib.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
When experiencing distension and pain below the right rib, it is important to identify possible causes, which may include trauma, cholecystitis, intercostal neuralgia, costochondritis, gastric ulcers, and other conditions. To alleviate such symptoms, the following measures can be taken: 1. Lifestyle management: Avoid excessive fatigue, maintain a regular sleep schedule, and engage in appropriate physical exercise. These practices can help relieve pain caused by prolonged physical strain or staying up late. 2. Medication: Under a doctor's guidance, take appropriate medications based on the specific cause of pain. For example, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial drugs may be used for cholecystitis; analgesic and antipyretic drugs for intercostal neuralgia and costochondritis; and antibacterial and gastric mucosa-protecting agents for gastric ulcers. 3. Surgical treatment: If the pain is caused by severe digestive system diseases such as cholecystitis, surgical intervention may be necessary, including laparoscopic cholecystectomy or open cholecystectomy.