Abdominal Pain Causes: Upper, Lower & Mid-Stomach Pain Signs

Abdominal pain can stem from muscle strain, dietary triggers like coffee and soda, or underlying conditions like aorta calcification. Recognizing localized pain in the upper or lower abdomen helps identify potential health risks.

Pain When Pushing on My Left Rib or Stretching

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Christa Miller

If you experience rib pain when you press the left side of your ribcage or stretch your body, one of a few problems could be the culprit. Inflammation in the rib cartilage, known as costochondritis, is a cause of pain in that area.