Has anyone felt pressure just below the center of the rib cage?

Then it's probably something else :-) Good luck -- hopefully you can get down to the bottom of it! :-P

Diane, Call your Doctor......I wouldn't start any medicine until he see's you......Let me know what he say's. Kelly

Ya, I will call on monday......I am a little nervous about it.. I tried eating some cottage cheese....set like a lead weight.

Have you been having regular, good, bowel movements?  I found out that if I'm not staying regular, I get "backed up."  If you press gently on the area, does it feel hard?  That can be a sign that you are backed up.  I was recently taught how to do a colon massage, and I think it helps keep things moving.  If nothing else, it can't hurt.  I've heard that loss of appetite can be due to being backed up, also.  But, I agree with the others, it may be a good idea to call the doc and get their opinion.

I pulled this off the web - Colon Massage: "Choose a position, such as laying on a flat surface. You may want to use some sort of massage oil to lubricate the tummy. Once lubricated, place your fingers on the right side of the abdomen, where the appendix is located. Using a small, round circle motion, or small upward sweeping motion, work your fingers up toward the rib cage. Once you reach the rib cage work your way across, staying just below the ribs, then down on the left side.

The massage should only last a few minutes. Be aware of any pain in the abnormal area. If you find you have tenderness in a particular area, you may want to see your doctor. You also need to make sure that you massage in a clock-wise position otherwise you’ll be pushing the fecal matter in the wrong direction

This massage will help with your bowel movement and to remove toxic build up. Remember that this massage can be done often. Also, increase the pressure being applied. You will first want to use gentle pressure being aware of pain or discomfort.  Now that you know how to do a colon massage, you will be able to use this technique everyday to help regulate your bowel movements.  Hopefully by doing this and also eating more dietry fibre, you’ll be able to avoid using any harsh laxatives."