What Causes Recurring Lower Right Abdominal Pain?

Thank you for the query. I would like to know your son s age, duration of the right sided lower abdominal pain and how frequently he experiences the pain (daily, weekly etc.). I would also enquire whether he is on any pain-killers for this condition and whether there is any particular aggravating factor for the pain, like deep breathing or coughing. One common cause of right sided lower abdominal pain is acute appendicitis. This is usually accompanied by fever and vomiting. Ingestion of pain killers may mask the intensity of the pain, which may be perceived as a dull, aching pain. Usually appendicitis in its acute stage has a tender right lower abdomen. Irregular bowel movement may lead to abdominal pain and discomfort, which may be vague and difficult to describe. Simple abdominal muscle pull/cramp may lead to muscular pain. I would request you to visit your physician, who can carry out a thorough physical check-up and differentiate a deep pain from a superficial muscle pain. Some investigations like USG abdomen may be required, if the pain doesn t subside. A stool examination may be performed. Hope this helps you out Regards, Dr. Ayusmati Thakur