What Causes Constant Dull Pain On Right Side Of Lower Abdomen?

Posted on Mon, 1 Dec 2014

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Question : I have been having a constant dull pain on my right lower abdomen. When I am lying on my left side and I try to get up I have a sharp pain at a 10 when I lay back down it returns to a dull pain. I have hypothyroid and am on a gluten free diet due to past abdominal issues

Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
To rule out possibility of Hernia

Detailed Answer:
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Dear Sir

Pain initiated following lifting of heavy weight ,which occurs after getting up ,possibility of Hernia needs to be considered and ruled out. Initially there might not be visible bulge ,just the drag of mesentry is enough to initiate the pain. Exact diagnosis will however depend on clinical examination.

I hope there is no testicular pain or any other associated symptoms (nausea,vomiting ) with the pain. Do consult your Primary Care physician for further examination and assessment.

Wishing you great Health

Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon

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