Is the liver below the rib cage?
I'm trying to explain anatomy to my younger brother, and we're talking about the liver. He's asking if it's protected by the ribs. So, I need to know, is the liver positioned below the rib cage, or is it higher up?
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4 months ago
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Arey haan, thoda sa toh neeche aata hai ribs ke. Woh toh bada organ hai na, toh poora andar fit nahi hota. Upar se ribs usko bachati hain. Ache se khana khao aur sehat ka khayal rakho, bas.
4 months ago
Yes, part of the liver does extend below the rib cage, especially on the right side. While most of it is protected by the ribs, its lower edge can often be felt just beneath them. For precise information on your specific anatomy, consulting a medical professional is always recommended.
4 months ago
From what I've heard and experienced, yes, the liver can be felt just below the right rib cage, especially when you breathe in deep. I remember once a doctor gently pressed there during a checkup. But I won't give any medical advice, just my experience.
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4 months ago
Yes, it is. The liver is a large organ located in your upper right abdomen, and while much of it is protected by your lower ribs, its lower border does typically extend slightly below them. So, you're correct in your observation.
4 months ago
I totally get why you'd ask! Yes, while a good portion is protected by the ribs, the lower edge of the liver does extend below the rib cage on the right side. It's a big organ, so it needs that space. Don't worry if you can feel a bit of it, that's usually normal.