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Can The Pain In The Right Side Under The Rib Cage Be Due To Liver?
I have had an almost constant dull throbbing ache, often fluttering sensation in my right side under my rib cage. Sometimes the pain feels like it extends through to my back as though my cartilage is inflamed. A couple months ago, I had my liver tested by a doctor (as I have been a fairly consistent drinker over the years). At that time I had taken a break from drinking, and my liver enzymes were normal. The doctor told me to keep a log, but honestly the sensation doesn t really correlate with anything.
Wed, 18 Feb 2015
Hello
Right sided abdominal pain may be due to many reasons like liver,gall bladder pathology,genitourinary reasons,musculoskeletal causes etc.
You need clinical correlation and investigations like routine hemogram,random blood sugar,liver function test,renal function test,urine RE/ME and ultrasound of abdomen.
Ultrasound of abdomen is important as it can exclude many causes.
Proper treatment depend upon findings.
Get well soon.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
Right sided abdominal pain may be due to many reasons like liver,gall bladder pathology,genitourinary reasons,musculoskeletal causes etc.
You need clinical correlation and investigations like routine hemogram,random blood sugar,liver function test,renal function test,urine RE/ME and ultrasound of abdomen.
Ultrasound of abdomen is important as it can exclude many causes.
Proper treatment depend upon findings.
Get well soon.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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