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What Causes Pain In Right Upper Abdomen And Under Rib Cage?
Hi I have been experiencing pain to my right upper abdomen for at least 18 years on and off I get episodes of this it can last up to a couple of days couple of weeks it can go away for a few months then re appear the symptoms I get are dull ache to right side under rib cage it feels as if I m being crushed around this area I also get sharp pain between shoulder blade ihaven t been able to lay on my right side or back now for about 18months I e been to my gp iv had ultrasound no stones but descended gallbladder with 2 poll ops have been discovered I have pushed for further investigations and have just recently had an hydra scan to scan my gallbladder awaiting results the medical profession I feel don t seem to be taking me serious ,when I explain my symptoms there saying they don t sound gallbladder related would like your onion please .
Pain in the right upper abdomen radiating to the shoulder blade is indicative of choleycystitis, liver dysfunction, alcohol related liver disease, kidney & gut problems or appendicitis. You are suggested to get clinically examined by a GP, get blood & imaging test done. Your treatment (medicine or surgery) will depend on the the clinical condition & reports obtained.
In the meantime take Acetaminophen, one SOS when required. Take antacids and PPI's for relief. Avoid constipation, take laxatives at bed time. Avoid junk food & maintain your eating time table. Take small meals 3-4 times a day. Avoid sedentary lifestyle.
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Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain In Right Upper Abdomen And Under Rib Cage?
Hello, Pain in the right upper abdomen radiating to the shoulder blade is indicative of choleycystitis, liver dysfunction, alcohol related liver disease, kidney & gut problems or appendicitis. You are suggested to get clinically examined by a GP, get blood & imaging test done. Your treatment (medicine or surgery) will depend on the the clinical condition & reports obtained. In the meantime take Acetaminophen, one SOS when required. Take antacids and PPI s for relief. Avoid constipation, take laxatives at bed time. Avoid junk food & maintain your eating time table. Take small meals 3-4 times a day. Avoid sedentary lifestyle. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician