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What Causes Severe Pain In Right Abdomen And Back?

Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2014

Question: I have a severe pain in my right abdomen and back, just below my rib cage every morn when I attempt to get out of bed. I have learned to sit straight up and use my leg to support my standing. What can be the cause of this cramping pain. Did I pull a muscle in my back.

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Gallbladder disease is a possibility

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Right upper quadrant pain along with back pain is typical of gallbladder disease.
An ultrasound scan of the abdomen may be done to confirm it.

Other causes of right upper quadrant pain include peptic ulcer disease...
Pulled muscle is a possibility as you work out in the gym. But I would like to keep it as the last possibility only as you do not find relief with naproxen and heating pad.

I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (28 hours later)

Will an ultra sound test give a definitive answer as far as gall bladder is concerned?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Yes Ultrasound scan is the first test that will be done for evaluation of gallbladder disease.
Most of the issues with gallbladder can be diagnosed with it.

Regards.
Dr.R.K

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar