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Does Liver Problem Cause Twinges In Right Quadrant?

I m having twinges down my right quadrant, made worse when lying down. Not sure if I pulled a muscle or if it s my liver, as I had a moderately boozy start to the week. These pains are so bad I can t lie down easily, and I would definitely describe them as twinges. They began last night, were fine through the day, and are worse now.I m not overweight and whilst I do drink a fair bit (every few days) I ve never had cause to question my liver, really.
posted on Mon, 6 Oct 2014
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Thanks for writing in.

The liver is in the right upper abdomen and has a capsule. During live inflammation the liver can enlarge and cause mild pain. The gall bladder is located in the region of the liver and if stones develop in it or it gets inflamed then there is pain in the right upper abdomen.

Problems in the right kidney or ascending colon can be the cause for a pain in the right upper abdomen.

Therefore many causes have to be thought of when evaluating a right upper abdomen pain.

It is suggested that you get an ultrasound scan abdomen and pelvis done and basic blood tests which will together help to evaluate your pain. Please avoid alcohol for some time. Please do not worry.
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Does Liver Problem Cause Twinges In Right Quadrant?

Hi, Thanks for writing in. The liver is in the right upper abdomen and has a capsule. During live inflammation the liver can enlarge and cause mild pain. The gall bladder is located in the region of the liver and if stones develop in it or it gets inflamed then there is pain in the right upper abdomen. Problems in the right kidney or ascending colon can be the cause for a pain in the right upper abdomen. Therefore many causes have to be thought of when evaluating a right upper abdomen pain. It is suggested that you get an ultrasound scan abdomen and pelvis done and basic blood tests which will together help to evaluate your pain. Please avoid alcohol for some time. Please do not worry.