What Are the Causes of Dull Pain in the Right Upper Abdomen in Males?
Disease description:
I’ve been experiencing a vague abdominal pain for the past couple of days. What could be causing dull pain in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen in males?
Dull pain in the right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen in males may result from consuming raw or cold foods, binge eating, or excessive alcohol intake. It may also be caused by cholecystitis or by infection secondary to gallstones, which typically presents with severe colicky pain in the RUQ during acute episodes. Additionally, conditions such as gastritis or hepatitis could contribute to RUQ discomfort. A definitive diagnosis requires appropriate clinical evaluation and diagnostic testing at a hospital, followed by targeted treatment.