pain question

I know none of us are doctors but I thought I would ask your opinion anyhow in case someone else has had the same experience.  I have sharp burning pain left side right under my ribs.  It's positional so if I stand up straight it feels better.  And if I bend over it hurts more.  I'm thinking maybe constipation?   Maybe I need a boost in the form of tea or prunes?  Has anyone else had this kind of pain?

Miralax works better for me. Prunes or tea gives more gas and cramps.. and may cause pain.   Miralax + good probiotics... That works for me better.  It also may be hernia or adhesions. And taker it easy on dense food until things get moving and keep moving.

hmmm hernia.  I hadn't thought of that.  I just had surgery for a hernia.  If I can't clear this up over the weekend I'll have to go in.  Dang!

Which is what you should probably do anyway.  As a nurse, I have seen many serious ailments explained away as "constipation".  Pain is a signal...a reaction that something is not alright, and it's always better to be safe than sorry.  The fact that you recently had surgery is another red flag.  Please go and let a professional check you out.  Not trying to alarm you...it could be constipation, but wouldn't you feel better knowing that you're ok :)