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What Does Severe Pain In Lower Abdomen On The Right Side Indicate?

I don’t o ten miss work but missed all week this last week because I thought I had stomach virus. I had frequent bowel movements but more than anything my stomach hurt (maybe on scale of 5-6ish) most of the week in the middle of my abdomen, had nausea and barely ate anything at all. I felt much better Friday and Saturday. About two hours ago, out of no where I had a sharp pain (easily 10) I couldn’t breathe or stand straight in my lower right abdomen and right lower back. I first thought must be a back spasm but haven’t had any recent back problems or lifted anything. I also have had my right ovary removed and have had gall bladder removed. It continues to hurt, painful discomfort while sitting, but excruciating pain when attempting to stand in back and abdomen, right lower side. I am almost 53, I’m not sure if I’m too old for appendicitis, but not sure if I should be concerned.
Tue, 2 Jan 2018
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Hello there. I have read through your question and understand your concern. Right lower abdominal pain along with nausea certainly points towards appendicitis. It can also happen in ruptured ovarian cyst. The most useful test to reach a diagnosis would be to get an ultrasound of abdomen done. Meanwhile you can take Tylenol to relieve pain. If you experience severe pain I would advise you to go to an ER immediately. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.
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What Does Severe Pain In Lower Abdomen On The Right Side Indicate?

Hello there. I have read through your question and understand your concern. Right lower abdominal pain along with nausea certainly points towards appendicitis. It can also happen in ruptured ovarian cyst. The most useful test to reach a diagnosis would be to get an ultrasound of abdomen done. Meanwhile you can take Tylenol to relieve pain. If you experience severe pain I would advise you to go to an ER immediately. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.