There are 24 ribs in total, 12 on each side of the body. The following are emergency causes of pain under the left rib cage: ...

The part of the body that spans from the bottom of the rib cage down to the hips on the left or right side of the spine is known as the flank. Pain in this area is very common—and you may experience ...

Symptoms of rib injury include localized pain that can be severe. The rib cage glides open a bit with each breath and flexes in response to motion, each of which can also trigger pain or discomfort.