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Could The Pain In Right Abdomen Above The Hip Be Due To Gall Sludge?

I have been told I have gallbladder sludge and need it removed despite 2 tests coming back negative for GB disorders. When I have symptoms, my right (lower) side hurts - right above my hip bone with a sharp pain. It only lasts for about 6 - 8 hours and then goes away. The pains only come about every 4 - 6 weeks and are random in nature (but mostly occur if I eat lettuce). Do you think it could be something other than sludge? I really do not want to go through another surgery. Health history - thyroidectomy (09) and gastric bypass (10)
Tue, 22 Mar 2016
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Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist.

Pain on lower part right side can not be due to GB sludge. Pain can be due to infection or inflammation in colon, may be related to Ureter so I will suggest you to visit your doctor and get evaluation in form of ultrasound abdomen and some blood tests.

I hope I have answered your query and this will help you . Wish you a good health
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Could The Pain In Right Abdomen Above The Hip Be Due To Gall Sludge?

Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist. Pain on lower part right side can not be due to GB sludge. Pain can be due to infection or inflammation in colon, may be related to Ureter so I will suggest you to visit your doctor and get evaluation in form of ultrasound abdomen and some blood tests. I hope I have answered your query and this will help you . Wish you a good health