Kidney Problems
Studies show that kidney problems like kidney stones, a kidney infection, a urinary tract infection (UTI), or kidney cancer can cause pain under the right rib cage.
When the pain is due to a kidney problem, it is usually accompanied by various symptoms, such as:
- Pain that radiates to the lower back or groin
- Nausea or vomiting
- Painful urination
- Frequent urination
- Foul-smelling urine
- Blood in your urine
- Fever
It would help to contact your healthcare provider immediately if the pain under your right rib cage is due to a kidney problem. You can also visit an urgent care center for immediate treatment.