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Abdominal pain on the right side can have various causes, including appendicitis, liver problems, gallstones, inflammation of the ovary and even an aneurysm of the abdominal aorta. Diagnosing right abdominal pain depends on its exact location.
Right side abdominal pain – causes
It can be difficult to determine the cause of the pains on the right side. It is known, however, that people with sudden abdominal pain or a tendency to recur should consult a doctor immediately. Abdominal pain is not always related to ailments developing in the abdominal cavity, it may sometimes indicate diseases of the genital organs or heart diseases.
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Abdominal pain on the right side (bottom) – causes
1. Pyelonephritis – is caused by the passage of bacteria from the lower parts of the urinary system to the higher parts. It manifests itself with pain localized on the right side of the abdomen, and also with high temperature, malaise, sometimes nausea, vomiting and chills. Perform a laboratory diagnosis of kidney disease, which may manifest as abdominal pain, and take care of your health today.
2. Nephrolithiasis – in a large number of patients it may be asymptomatic, and in some patients it is characterized by renal colic. Renal colic occurs due to blockage of urine outflow from the kidney. It is like very severe pain in the lumbar region which can reach the scrotum, lower abdomen, labia and the thighs (inner part). Patients with nephrolithiasis complain of bothersome nausea and vomiting; in addition, there is a strong feeling of pressure on the bladder and trouble urinating. In the prevention of kidney diseases, it is worth carrying out regular examinations. At Medonet Market, you can buy a package of laboratory tests that will help you exclude the possibility of kidney stones.
3. Appendicitis – a condition that manifests itself in a very intense pain in the abdomen, which initially covers the area of the abdomen, which is ruptured or epigastric, and over time moves to the right side of the abdomen. Lack of appetite, increased pain during coughing, nausea, vomiting as well as flatulence and constipation are observed in patients with appendix. Sometimes there is also a pressure for urine and stool, but only when the appendix is located in the area of the small pelvis.
4. Inguinal hernia – characterized by the formation of a tumor in the groin and scrotum. The presence of a tumor causes pain and a burning sensation in the area; it can radiate to the testicle (especially when passing stools, urine or lifting weights).
5. Pain in women – located in the lower abdomen, may indicate ailments of the genital organs. It often means the presence of a cyst on the ovary, ovarian torsion, endometriosis, ovarian rupture or ectopic pregnancy. Pain also accompanies women during ovulation or menstruation. To make sure that the pains are not the result of the development of the disease, buy a gynecological ultrasound.
6. Pain on the right side of the abdomen in men – may indicate inflammation of the epididymis or prostate gland. The testicular ultrasound with a short deadline is offered by the Polmed medical center.
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Abdominal pain on the right side (top) – causes
1. Acute cholangitis – is caused by blockage of the bile flow through the bile ducts, through: gallstones, pancreatic cysts, cancerous tumors, enlarged lymph nodes. Patients with this condition complain of high temperature, chills, jaundice and biliary colic.
2. Gallbladder stones – this is a condition in which there are severe abdominal pain, especially after eating fatty foods. Biliary colic is usually located under the right rib or in the middle epigastrium (sometimes it radiates to the scapula and the posterior surface of the chest). In addition, nausea and vomiting may appear; possible flatulence.
3. Liver abscess – is formed as a result of an infection that has entered the liver through blood, bile or other inflammatory lesions in the surrounding organs. The symptoms of a liver abscess are not very characteristic and appear as fever, abdominal pain on the right side, and chills. Jaundice is common.
4. Pancreatitis – can be acute or chronic. In acute pancreatitis, symptoms such as severe pain may spread to the chest, back and lower abdomen. In addition, such pain may be accompanied by vomiting and fever, and in extreme cases, a drop in pressure, breathing problems, blood clotting and consciousness disorders. On the other hand, in chronic pancreatitis, pain occurs when eating food. Patients also complain of a feeling of fullness, flatulence, diarrhea and weight loss. You can perform a pancreatic examination without leaving your home by purchasing a mail-order laboratory examination.
5. Acute cholecystitis – may be a complication of gallstone disease; its occurrence is suspected in patients with long-lasting right-sided abdominal pain in the course of gallstone disease. Additionally, there are chills, fever, increased heart rate and breathing, and intense pain in the subcostal area.
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Right side abdominal pain – other organs
Other causes of abdominal pain on the right side may include:
- irritable bowel syndrome – a common condition that manifests itself in persistent or recurring abdominal pain and diarrhea. Most often, these ailments occur after eating a meal or due to stress. Patients may also complain of nausea and abdominal distension; To exclude the suspicion of irritable bowel syndrome, perform a laboratory test available for purchase on the medonetmarket.pl platform.
- intestinal obstruction – it usually occurs as a consequence of peritonitis, biliary colic, intestinal ischemia or renal colic; mechanical intestinal obstruction is a condition in which the lumen of the intestine is obstructed by a gallstone or a cancerous tumor; in the course of intestinal obstruction, symptoms include: abdominal pain, stool retention, nausea and vomiting; You can check the health of your intestines thanks to laboratory shipment tests that you will perform without leaving your home.
- abdominal pain appearing in the course of psychiatric ailments, diabetes, uremia and lead poisoning;
- abdominal pain caused by inflammatory bowel diseases – the pain is localized in various places, also on the almost side of the abdominal cavity; Symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease include weight loss, diarrhea, blood in the stools and fever.
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In addition, the cause of abdominal pain located on the right side (in the upper part of the abdomen) may be diseases developing in the area of the chest. Very often pain localized in the right upper abdominal quadrant, combined with nausea or vomiting – suggests a heart attack. Other conditions that we can suspect of having stomach pain on the right side are:
- pericarditis,
- esophagitis
- esophageal reflux
- pneumonia,
- pleurisy.
Right side abdominal pain – management
If you suffer from or develop chronic abdominal pain on the right side, do not hesitate and see a doctor as soon as possible. Note: Painkillers should not be administered in order not to “blur” the observation.
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