What causes pain in the lower right abdomen?
Disease description:
I have been feeling unwell recently, and I experience pain in the lower right side of my abdomen. I would like to ask the doctor, what are the possible causes of pain in the lower right abdomen?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Possible causes of right lower abdominal pain mainly include:
1. Appendicitis: The typical symptom of acute appendicitis is right lower quadrant abdominal pain, which may initially present in the upper middle abdomen or periumbilical area before shifting to the right lower quadrant.
2. Gynecological inflammation: Such as pelvic inflammatory disease or adnexitis. These inflammatory conditions commonly occur in women of childbearing age and are usually caused by bacterial infection.
3. Gastrointestinal diseases: Such as intestinal colic, gastrointestinal dysfunction, or intestinal obstruction, which may also cause right lower abdominal pain.
4. Urinary tract stones: Right-sided urinary tract stones can also cause pain, often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
5. Ectopic pregnancy: When a fertilized egg implants and develops outside the uterine cavity, such as in a fallopian tube pregnancy, it may cause severe pain in the right lower abdomen.
If right lower abdominal pain occurs, prompt medical attention is recommended to determine the cause through appropriate diagnostic tests and receive timely treatment.
