They can be bruised and fractured quite easily and can also fall victim to other conditions. Rib pain can be caused by a number things such as inflammation, fractures and bruises. When pain is present in the ribs it indicates a problem. The problem may be small and insignificant or it could be big and serious.
One thing that can cause pain below you ribs is getting punched in the stomach. Gall bladder, stomach, or liver problems could be the cause also.
some causes of rib pain would be a fractured rib, broken rib. if the rib pain you have is consistant for a couple of hours/days then i would recommend going to the hospital.
pertaining to below the ribs
bacon
If somebody punches you there.
Any disorder with the ribs can certainly cause lumbar pain. Perhaps the body is favoring the ribs and carrying itself in a way that causes lumbar strain.
what causes you to have pain below your left hip
its called a fuctonidal infection
Pain under the ribs and in the back can be from the kidneys. This can be an indicator of kidney stones or a kidney infection.
possible broken rib
Breast cancer. Get a mammogram.
A mild pain under the right hand side below the ribs can mean different things. It can simply be gas, or something more serious. If the pain continues, consult your doctor.
Muscle spasm
Liver
It sounds like you may be having either Gall Bladder attacks or Heart burn .
Rheumatoid Arthritis - bursitis and/or tendonitis due to RA.