Possible Causes of Right Abdominal Pain
Disease description:
My colleague has recently been experiencing persistent right-sided abdominal pain and has also lost their appetite. What are the possible causes of right-sided abdominal pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lu Chaohui
Hello! Right-sided abdominal pain is a very common clinical condition, involving multiple organs located in the right abdomen. Possible causes include:
1. **Right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain**: Liver and gallbladder disorders should be prioritized—such as acute or chronic hepatitis, hepatocellular carcinoma, cholecystitis, or gallstones.
2. **Right lower quadrant (RLQ) pain**: Acute appendicitis should be the primary consideration.
3. **Gastrointestinal disorders**: Conditions such as acute gastroenteritis or peptic ulcer disease may also cause right-sided abdominal pain.
Given the wide range of potential etiologies for abdominal pain, accurately characterizing the nature of the pain (e.g., sharp, dull, colicky), its duration, and associated symptoms greatly aids in diagnosis.
We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!
