What causes pain in the lower right abdomen?
Disease description:
I have been experiencing pain in my lower right abdomen for the past few days, and pressing on the area with my hand makes the pain worse. I'm not sure what's causing it. May I ask what could be causing pain in the lower right abdomen?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The causes of right lower abdominal pain are complex and varied, mainly including:
1. Digestive system diseases, such as acute appendicitis, acute gastroenteritis, intestinal tuberculosis, among which acute appendicitis is a typical cause.
2. Urinary system diseases, such as right ureteral stones, often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
3. Gynecological acute abdomen conditions, such as right adnexitis, ovarian cyst torsion, and ruptured ectopic pregnancy, which require special attention.
4. Other causes, such as muscle strain and irritable bowel syndrome, may also lead to right lower abdominal pain.
Due to the numerous causes of right lower abdominal pain, individuals experiencing symptoms are advised to seek timely medical attention to determine the exact cause through relevant examinations, enabling prompt and effective treatment.
