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I Have Had Pain In My Lower Right Hand Side
Question: I have had pain in my lower right hand side of my back just below my ribs for 4 days. When I take Ibuprophen it goes away but then comes back after 8 hours if I don’t take the pain med again. It can be painful if I move the wrong way — to the right or bend over. Feeling a little off this week but other than that no other symptoms.
Brief Answer:
likely related to the muscles in that area
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Based on your description of the location of the pain, it is likely related to the muscles in the lower back on the right. The only other structure in this area is the kidney and kidney related conditions do not normally present in this way, so not likely related to that.
Muscle pain in the back can have different possible causes such as recent increase in physical activity or lifting, prolonged bending or standing, sudden movement, trauma.
In some persons the exact cause is not known.
In addition to the use of the ibuprofen, you can also consider a warm compress, 2 to 3 times a day for 10 to 15 minutes.
Stretching and strengthening exercises of the lower back can also be beneficial as well.
If there is no change or worsening then you may want to consider seeing your doctor for an assessment. A muscle relaxant may need to be prescribed.
Formal physiotherapy, may also be required at that stage
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
likely related to the muscles in that area
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Based on your description of the location of the pain, it is likely related to the muscles in the lower back on the right. The only other structure in this area is the kidney and kidney related conditions do not normally present in this way, so not likely related to that.
Muscle pain in the back can have different possible causes such as recent increase in physical activity or lifting, prolonged bending or standing, sudden movement, trauma.
In some persons the exact cause is not known.
In addition to the use of the ibuprofen, you can also consider a warm compress, 2 to 3 times a day for 10 to 15 minutes.
Stretching and strengthening exercises of the lower back can also be beneficial as well.
If there is no change or worsening then you may want to consider seeing your doctor for an assessment. A muscle relaxant may need to be prescribed.
Formal physiotherapy, may also be required at that stage
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you☺️☺️ Very helpful!!
Brief Answer:
no problem
Detailed Answer:
Glad to help
Wishing you much better
If any other queries, can let me know
no problem
Detailed Answer:
Glad to help
Wishing you much better
If any other queries, can let me know
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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