The spleen is a fist-sized organ tucked behind the rib cage on the left side of the body. When it enlarges (medically known as splenomegaly), it can cause a dull, aching pain under the left rib cage.

As with any bone in the body, ribs can be bruised, cracked or broken. When this occurs, the muscles and cartilage that hold the rib cage together can also be damaged.

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