<s>[INST] My husband was diagnosed with  prostate cancer six years ago and now has pain from  his bones where it has spread into his hips and pelvis. I would like to know whether this is the beginning of the end or whether he could still live for several years to come [/INST] Hello, The causes of pain below ribs are:1. Sprain2. Overuse3. Injury4. Blunt trauma5. Peripheral neuropathy6. Radiculopathy7. Improper prostureFor that, you can take tablet Diclofenac. Apply diclofenac gel or cream. Also, apply ice locally and do MRI back region. Treatment mainly depends upon underlying conditions. Kindly follow with detailed history or consult with orthopedic. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. </s>