8 Gallbladder. Sometimes the cause of pain on the right side of the abdomen can be diseases of the gallbladder. Problems with the gallbladder most often occur in people who abuse foods that are too spicy, overcooked, too fatty, or smoked. If there is pain in the abdomen on the right and bloating, bloating of the abdominal area on the right, then there is a high probability of problems with the gallbladder.
Gallbladder pain usually manifests itself as a sharp pain in the right side of the abdomen. In case of exacerbation of gallbladder diseases, in addition to pain on the right side of the abdomen, nausea and vomiting may occur, the person may break into a sweat, and the pain may intensify to the point of unbearability.
With inflammation of the gallbladder, chills are usually observed and body temperature rises.
Sometimes the cause of pain on the right side of the abdomen can be biliary colic, which appears as a result of stone formation from the gallbladder entering the ducts that are designed to move bile to the intestinal area.
9 Pancreas. If pain on the right side of the abdomen occurs due to problems with the pancreas, then the following symptoms are observed: pain in the right side of the abdomen, sweating and a feeling of nausea, which over time can develop into vomiting.
With pancreatitis, acute pain on the right side of the abdomen radiates to the back, making it almost impossible to lie down. In this case, it is more comfortable for the patient to be in a sitting position, leaning slightly forward.
10 Pneumonia in the abdomen. In some cases, with pneumonia, pain may be observed in the right side of the abdomen, which occurs due to irritation of the part of the intestine adjacent to it by the diaphragm. As you know, the lung comes into contact with the diaphragm and, with inflammation of the lungs, it can have an irritating effect on the diaphragm, which in turn provokes pain in the right side of the abdomen, since it irritates the part of the intestine adjacent to it.
Why is this happening
Pain on the right side in women can occur for various reasons. Sometimes this is a consequence of diseases and organic causes, and sometimes it becomes a consequence of physiological processes.
For example, with increased gas formation, muscle tissue in the intestines expands, which leads to corresponding consequences in terms of pain.
A similar picture can be observed with an enlarged uterus and changes in muscle and ligamentous tissues during pregnancy.
All these processes affect the state of health of women, so each reason should be considered separately.
But it happens that the reasons why pain appears in the lower abdomen on the right side are of organic origin. They often arise as a consequence of the activity of numerous diseases.
Main reasons:
- The occurrence of diseases associated with the reproductive system. These include uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, polyps, endometritis and others.
- Diseases and pathologies in the urinary system, gastrointestinal tract, complex forms of surgical pathologies. These include intestinal infection, cystitis, pyelonephritis, inflammation of appendicitis and inflammation in the bladder.
- If there is a foreign body in the body. For example, there is a spiral in the uterine cavity. If certain rules of use are not followed, serious complications occur. This occurs due to non-compliance with the expiration dates of wear or the ingrowth of this item into the fabric.
- Various pathologies may develop associated with numerous abortions, the development of ectopic pregnancy, the formation of detachments in the uterus ahead of schedule and the development of miscarriage. Often such pathologies occur after surgical interventions.
Depending on the provoking reasons, the degrees of pain are divided. They can be pulling, aching, stabbing, sharp and cramping. Let's look at the most common diseases in which they occur.
Pain in the right lower abdomen
Nagging pain in the right lower abdomen, causes
Pain in the abdomen, lower abdomen, which can be described as nagging, usually manifests itself at times when the body suffers from acute pancreatitis, liver problems, cholelithiasis, peritonitis and other serious diseases. It is with these types of diseases that doctors most often associate the symptoms of nagging pain in the right lower abdomen.
Nagging pain in the right lower abdomen is especially dangerous if there is an increased body temperature, symptoms of nausea and vomiting, deterioration in health and increased weakness in the body. In such cases, it is recommended to call an ambulance to avoid worsening the situation and causing serious complications. It is not recommended to use painkillers before the arrival of an emergency ambulance, in order to protect yourself from choosing a drug that is not suitable for this particular case.
Nagging pain in the lower abdomen on the right in a woman may indicate the process of inflammation of the appendages, or may be a sign of the formation of adnexitis or salpingoophoritis. These diseases arise as a result of the harmful effects of streptococci, staphylococci, enterococci, as well as chlamydia, viruses and fungi, and other types of harmful microorganisms.
Also, nagging pain in the right side of the abdomen in women can occur with ovarian cyst disease, which is characterized by damage to the right side. But pain with an ovarian cyst can be not only nagging, sometimes it can be sharp and dull.
Sometimes nagging pain in the right lower abdomen in men occurs when they have prostatitis.
Aching pain in the right lower abdomen, causes
In addition to purely male diseases, such as prostatitis, in men, aching pain in the lower abdomen on the right side may be evidence of problems with the intestines or organs of the gastrointestinal tract. If pain in the lower abdomen on the right in men begins to be unbearable or symptoms of increased fatigue, nausea and vomiting, and increased body temperature appear, then you should not endure it, but call an ambulance. This will significantly reduce the chances of developing complications and further progression of the disease.
Aching pain in the right lower abdomen in women is most often associated with diseases of the urinary system or genital organs. You should not neglect cases where pain appears in the right lower abdomen in women, as they may indicate the development of serious diseases. Particularly common symptoms of pain on the right side of the abdomen in women are increased fatigue, general weakness of the body, and the appearance of spotting or bloody discharge from the vagina.
Aching pain in the lower abdomen on the right is considered one of the most unbearable and exhausting. Aching pain in the right lower abdomen may indicate problems with the intestines or be a sign of diarrhea. Under no circumstances should you let pain arise in the lower right part of the abdomen, especially aching in nature, as they can be a harbinger of the development of serious diseases of both the gastrointestinal tract and intestines, organs of the urinary system and human genital organs.
Particular care and attention should be paid to aching pain in the right side of the abdomen if it changes from aching to sharp and sharp pain. You shouldn’t self-medicate either, because... this can cause significant harm to human health. If the pain threshold increases, you should seek emergency medical help to protect yourself from unwanted consequences in the future.
Dull pain in the lower abdomen on the right, causes
The reasons for the appearance of dull pain on the right side of the abdomen can be a sign of the presence of adnexitis in women, sometimes kidney problems stimulate the appearance of pain on the right side of the abdomen, the pain can radiate to the right side. A dull pain in the right side of the abdomen may indicate the presence of a cyst both on the ovary, which is located on the right side, and on the right appendage. Cystitis often causes symptoms such as dull pain in the right lower abdomen.
Sharp pain in the lower abdomen on the right, causes
Sharp pain in the right abdomen may indicate the presence of serious illnesses in a person. Sharp pain is one of the most unbearable, even compared to aching pain.
The very first disease, which is characterized by sharp pain in the right lower abdomen, is appendicitis. A sharp pain in the right abdomen always gives the doctor reason to suspect that the patient has appendicitis, and since appendicitis is a dangerous disease, first you need to make sure that the sharp pain in the right lower abdomen is not its symptoms.
Benign and malignant tumors in the intestines or abdominal cavity. Often, with tumors of the intestines or abdominal cavity, not only sharp pains, but also acute pain can be observed. Doctors classify polyps and adenomas as benign types of tumor processes. Benign tumors develop slowly, while malignant tumors more rapidly and gradually affect nearby tissues with their destructive effect.
If there is a sharp pain on the right side of the abdomen, you should not try to self-medicate and guess the cause of the abdominal pain. If there is severe sharp pain in the abdomen, you should seek help from a doctor, and if the condition worsens, it would be better to call an ambulance.
Burning pain in the lower abdomen on the right, main causes
Typically, burning pain in the lower abdomen on the right appears with diseases that affect the abdominal cavity. If a person has a burning pain in the lower abdomen, this may indicate the formation of inflammatory processes in the digestive system and other organs of the gastrointestinal tract.
Doctors often note that in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract there can be a change in the type of pain, so burning pain can appear in different types of diseases; it can change to dull, aching, sharp and even very strong and sharp pain.
In any case, burning pain is a reason to seek the help of a doctor, and in case of exacerbations and attacks of unbearable burning pain, which may be accompanied by fever, nausea and vomiting, it is recommended to contact an ambulance.
Cramping pain in the lower abdomen on the right, main causes
Why do cramping pains require special attention? What is dangerous about cramping pain in the right lower abdomen? In women, cramping pain may indicate the presence of an ectopic pregnancy, when the fetus can enter the abdominal cavity as a result of a rupture of the fallopian tube.
Also, cramping pain can be a sign of appendicitis. Symptoms of appendicitis are usually characterized by the presence of acute pain in a person, which can also be cramping.
In some cases, cramping pain occurs with so-called hepatic colic. Also, cramping pain on the right side of the abdomen can be due to renal colic. Cramping pain is also characteristic of cholelithiasis.
If acute and severe cramping pain has become sudden and unbearable, you must definitely seek emergency medical help. Self-medication in this case is not only dangerous, but in most cases is absolutely useless, because... One of the main reasons for the formation of cramping pain is the rhythmic contraction of the smooth muscles of the hollow organs.
Cutting pain in the lower abdomen on the right, causes
A cutting pain in the right lower abdomen often indicates that the patient has appendicitis. That is why, if a cutting pain appears in the lower abdomen on the right, you should immediately seek the help of a doctor. If the symptoms of cutting pain on the right are accompanied by an increase in body temperature or chills, a feeling of nausea or vomiting begins, you should call an ambulance, because If you have appendicitis, any delay can cost a person not only health, but also life.
Upon arrival of the ambulance, symptoms such as sharp pain in the right abdomen immediately lead doctors to suspect the presence of appendicitis. That is why, first of all, in case of sharp, acute or cramping pain in the right side of the abdomen, the first thing emergency doctors do is immediately examine the person for symptoms of appendicitis.
Sharp pain in the right abdomen can be not only a symptom of appendicitis; in some cases, even doctors can confuse the symptoms of an attack of gallstone colic with appendicitis. In some cases, they find out about this already on the operating table, since the symptoms of the development of these problems are very similar to each other. But the occurrence of attacks of gallstone colic is usually very rare without the efforts of the person himself. An attack of gallstone colic usually occurs in those people who use self-medication recipes and traditional medicine to remove stones and stone formations from the gallbladder from the body. This method is very painful, a person literally climbs the wall from sharp pains in the right side of the abdomen, and the pain can be so severe that the person will not be able to restrain himself and will literally scream. Such severe, sharp pain on the right side of the abdomen can be very dangerous, especially if there is no attending physician nearby who can provide the necessary assistance depending on the development of the situation.
Such severe and sharp pain in the right side of the abdomen during an attack of biliary colic occurs due to the entry of stones from the gallbladder into its neck or into the cystic duct, which not only causes severe pain in the abdomen, but can also cause serious injury in a person.
Throbbing pain in the right lower abdomen, causes
The appearance of throbbing pains, which are accompanied by severe pain, is extremely rare, but at the same time they are a very alarming signal for human health. Rhythmic pain on the right side of the abdomen is one of the main signs of increased intracavitary pressure in the hollow organs. Severe throbbing pain in the right abdomen resembles the presence of a foreign body in the area where pain is localized.
The causes of throbbing pain on the right side of the abdomen may be postoperative pathology of the peritoneal area. With this pathology, pain in the right abdomen can radiate to the right leg, which occurs due to the entry of pus, blood and other harmful mucous formations into the area bordering the nerve endings of the right leg. Blood and pus can get into other parts of the body, depending on where such pathological fluid gets, this provokes the appearance of pain not only in the right side of the abdomen, but also in other places.
The main thing to remember is that if throbbing pain appears on the right side of the abdomen, you need to seek help from a doctor in order to quickly carry out the necessary diagnostics and identify the cause of the pain in the right side of the abdomen. Throbbing pain in the right side of the abdomen is especially dangerous when additional symptoms include increased body temperature, a feeling of nausea and bouts of vomiting, increased weakness in the body, an excessive, increased feeling of fatigue, dizziness and the appearance of weakness, cold sweat. In this case, it is necessary to call an ambulance, because throbbing pain in this case becomes dangerous to human health.
You should also call an ambulance if throbbing pain appears on the right side of the abdomen if there is a decrease in the body’s blood pressure or if a person’s pulse at rest increases to one hundred beats per minute. Such conditions require immediate, emergency medical attention, so any attempts at self-medication in this case can cost a person not only his health, but also his life under certain uncontrollable circumstances.
Severe pain in the right lower abdomen, main causes
Severe pain in the lower abdomen on the right, which has a clear location in the right side of the abdomen, can be the cause of many diseases, both male and female, and can be the cause of the development of general sexual diseases, such as appendicitis or Crohn's disease (a serious and chronic inflammatory process, a disease that can affect almost all parts of the gastrointestinal tract).
Mild pain in the right lower abdomen
The appearance of a symptom such as mild pain in the lower abdomen should not be ignored by a person, especially if the pain is located on the right side of the abdomen. Because mild pain today can develop into severe pain tomorrow, but the moment will already be missed when treatment would become not only more effective, but also faster, and therefore more painless. This is the main reason for the appearance of already severe pain in the right lower abdomen, because The vast majority of people seek help from a doctor only when the problem has gone too far, before severe and unbearable pain appears in the right side of the abdomen.
However, if there is mild pain in the lower abdomen on the right, there is no need to panic, this only means that a person needs the help of a doctor who can accurately determine the diagnosis and prescribe effective treatment.
Why is the appearance of mild pain on the right side of the abdomen a reason to go to the doctor? Even if we take as an example the most common disease for pain in the right abdomen, appendicitis, the appearance of severe and sharp pain in the right lower abdomen appears only when a critical attack of appendicitis occurs. At the beginning of the development of appendicitis, pain in the right side of the abdomen may be practically unexpressed or exhibit extremely weak intensity.
For example, in women, the appearance of such a symptom as mild pain in the right side of the abdomen may indicate both an inflammatory process of the uterine appendages and the onset of a painful period before the onset of menstruation. In men, as in women, the appearance of mild abdominal pain may indicate problems with inflammation of the urinary system, bladder, kidneys and other problems. In men, mild pain on the right side of the abdomen can cause the development of prostatitis. This pain also occurs when cystitis begins to progress.
Inflammation of appendicitis
Many people mistakenly believe that inflamed appendicitis can manifest itself as pain only on the right side.
This is truly a misconception, because this disease originates from the epigastric region.
Then the pain flows into the iliac region and into the lower back. The pain syndrome can cover the entire abdomen, especially the lower and right side.
At this time, accompanying symptoms may be observed. These are elevated body temperature, chills, nausea, and vomiting. The nature of the pain effect ranges from acute pain to aching and dull.
In the most acute cases, there is a cramping pain that hinders all the patient’s movements.
In this case, you should immediately call an ambulance, as the appendix may rupture and blood poisoning may occur.
What to do if your right stomach hurts during pregnancy
Abdominal pain during pregnancy, especially in the right side, may be associated with the processes of embryo implantation in the uterine area. Pain in the right side of the abdomen during pregnancy is especially common in the early stages of motherhood.
Sometimes pain on the right side of the abdomen during pregnancy can be associated with the processes of the uterus enlarging in size. The uterus enlarges under the influence of hormones that are produced in a pregnant woman, which can also be accompanied by pain in the lower abdomen as the uterus stretches. But if a pregnant woman experiences severe pain, especially if the pain is in the right lower abdomen, it is recommended to seek emergency medical help. Because If an increase in body temperature, chills, nausea and vomiting occurs, it is necessary to promptly seek the help of a doctor, because and in a pregnant woman, pain in the right lower abdomen can occur as a result of serious diseases, such as appendicitis, inflammatory processes of the urinary and genital organs of women, infectious diseases and the most common, symptoms of disorders of the digestive tract.
Intestinal infections
When the body is affected by an intestinal infection, the body is damaged by toxins and harmful substances that actively poison the body.
All this is accompanied by corresponding symptoms, among which pain is not the least important.
Initially, it covers the entire abdominal cavity and does not have an exact location.
But as the disease develops, pain rushes to the lower abdomen, accompanying additional signs of the disease.
This is the development of diarrhea, increased body temperature, general malaise, weakness and drowsiness. In acute forms, nausea is observed, which progresses to vomiting.
Sometimes the painful effect can spread to neighboring areas, for example, to the lumbar.
Problems in the urinary system
Problems in this area include diseases affecting the urinary system. These are cystitis, pyelonephritis and other inflammatory processes.
In women, these diseases have slightly different symptoms, because there is an anatomical difference between the sexes. The weaker sex experiences acute pain in the abdominal area.
The patient has a constant desire to go to the toilet. But each such visit is accompanied by severe pain syndromes.
If cystitis is of infectious origin, in addition to the inflammatory process, the patient may experience bloody discharge in the urine.
This form is considered acute and requires immediate treatment under medical supervision.
The listed symptoms include dizziness, nausea, vomiting and weakness. General malaise may last a week or more.
Development of endometriosis
When this disease occurs, a massive proliferation of endometrial tissue cells occurs. They cover the entire uterine area, so they can form on the right.
Such growths spread in the uterine cavity, outside it and cover its appendages. This process is always accompanied by pain. It is located in the lower abdomen and is defined as pulling.
It often appears at the time of menstruation and before its onset. Depending on the degree and stage of the lesion, both the nature of the pain and the location of its localization depend.
In the most complex forms, there may be a sharp and stabbing attack of pain that spreads throughout the entire abdominal cavity. Sometimes the pain radiates to the groin and pubic area.
Ovarian apoplexy
This ovarian condition occurs as a result of follicle rupture during ovulation. At this time, the blood vessels in the ovary are damaged, which entails sharp pain on the right or left.
It all depends on which side the damaged ovary is located (on the right or left side). Hemorrhage occurs in the abdominal cavity. The reasons for this manifestation can be both physical activity and sexual intercourse.
If such a condition is accompanied by a decrease in blood pressure, weakness, dizziness, pallor of the face and skin, this is a serious reason to call emergency care, since this condition requires hospitalization, hospital treatment and the intervention of medical personnel and surgical care.
This disease carries very serious consequences that are very life-threatening.
Uterine fibroids
Myoma in the uterus is a neoplasm that is located in the cavity of this organ in women and is constantly increasing in size.
As it grows, it is accompanied by a characteristic aching pain in the lower abdomen on the right or left.
When the tumor reaches a large size, this node begins to extend beyond the uterus.
This action is accompanied by acute and cramping pain, as the large node begins to put pressure on both neighboring organs and connective tissues, and on the walls of the uterus.
The painful condition affects the general condition, and blood may be discharged from the vagina.
At the first such signs, immediately call an ambulance. This disease requires medical attention and can only be treated surgically.
What measures should be taken?
First of all, it is worth mentioning that you should not self-medicate, and if there is a nagging pain in the lower abdomen on the right, then you need to go to the clinic.
To establish the cause, an examination is carried out, which includes the following areas:
- Ultrasound;
- X-ray;
- computed tomography;
- endoscopy;
- scintigraphy;
- urine, feces, and blood tests;
- MRI;
- strokes.
Only based on the results of a comprehensive examination can a doctor determine exactly why the pain in the lower abdomen on the right appears and prescribe a course of treatment.
It is clear that therapy must treat not the pain itself, but the causes of its occurrence. For example, if the pain is caused by inflammation of appendicitis, ectopic pregnancy, or ovarian rupture, they can be eliminated exclusively by surgical methods. Sometimes the nature of the disease is inflammatory, in which case you must first relieve the inflammation, and then the pain will subside.
There is no point in talking about any specific medications or methods of using them, because, first of all, a diagnosis must be made, and only then treatment must be prescribed. It is important to remember: you should not self-medicate, as taking the wrong medications can cause serious health problems.
How to protect yourself from pain?
There are no measures that can guarantee the prevention of pain in the right lower abdomen. However, it is worth highlighting points that have a negative effect on the body and can lead to diseases that provoke abdominal pain:
- alcohol abuse;
- failure to comply with hygiene rules;
- poor nutrition;
- hypothermia;
- abortion;
- unprotected sexual intercourse;
- attempts at self-medication, for example, self-removal of stones located in the gall bladder.
It’s worth taking a closer look at hypothermia, because the clothes that modern fashionistas choose are often the cause of the development of many gynecological diseases. It is also very dangerous to swim in water that is too cold or freeze. This should be taken into account, first of all, by women, because it is believed that their reproductive system is more often subject to various inflammations. However, men should not treat their bodies negligently. In addition to all this, you must undergo periodic medical examinations.
Cyst in the ovary
When a cyst forms in the ovary, a neoplasm occurs that affects the ovary. The body of this formation consists of two parts - the leg and the main body.
During life (any physical activity, physical activity, sports exercises, etc.), twisting of the leg of this neoplasm can occur.
When the ovarian stalk is partially twisted, venous blood is blocked, which entails aching pain in the lower abdomen on the right or left (depending on the location of the affected organ - right or left ovary).
All this is accompanied by weakness, malaise and deterioration in the general condition of women.
But if the cyst stalk is completely twisted, arterial blood is blocked, which entails dire consequences.
Sharp pain occurs in the lower abdomen on the left or right. The general condition is accompanied by sensations as if the body is poisoned.
Here it is important to call a doctor in time, since surgical intervention is indispensable. This condition is life-threatening.
Pain in the lower abdomen on the right. Why does the lower abdomen on the right hurt?
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When diagnosing a disease that manifests itself as pain in the abdomen, the area where the pain is localized is of great importance. The right side of the lower abdomen in humans is called the right lower quadrant, and many vulnerable organs are located here:
- a vermiform appendix that opens into the rectum - the appendix;
- a significant part of the intestine, parts of which are susceptible to a number of diseases - from inflammation and obstruction to cancer;
- ureter - the organ responsible for the flow of urine into the bladder from the kidneys;
- in women - fallopian (uterine) tubes.
Acute appendicitis is a common cause of pain in the lower abdomen on the right
If there is pain in the right lower abdomen, the first thought should be a suspicion of appendicitis. Inflammation of the appendix should not be ruled out until it is definitely established that the cause of the pain is another disease. Inflammation of the appendix requires urgent surgical intervention, otherwise suppuration of the appendix with subsequent rupture, peritonitis and serious complications, including death, is possible. If the pain in the lower abdomen on the right is localized at an absolutely specific point or near the navel, and does not subside for 12 hours or more, call your family doctor or use.
Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of pain in the right side of the abdomen. With this disease there is a characteristic picture:
- The initial pain occurs in the pit of the stomach; at first tolerable, it gradually increases and moves to the lower right corner of the abdomen - the iliac region.
- The pain radiates to the rectal area; standing, let alone walking, is painful; When walking, the body involuntarily bends to the right. When lying down, the lower abdomen on the right hurts, and the pain intensifies when trying to roll over to the left side.
- In addition to pain, you are worried about nausea and fever.
- You cannot name the reason why the right side in the lower abdomen hurts.
If your lower abdomen hurts on the right, and your sensations fit into the above diagram, call 03 immediately!
The common misconception that appendicitis begins with acute, cutting pain leads to big troubles. This is wrong! Remember: at an early stage, inflammation of the appendix causes a dull, constant pain in the lower abdomen on the right, which can be tolerated. Moreover, it can begin in the upper left part of the abdomen. Alarming symptoms are low-grade fever and a single attack of vomiting. If you don’t take action, your health will continue to deteriorate, and that’s when a syndrome occurs, which doctors call “acute abdomen.”
Severe pain in the lower abdomen on the right: diagnosis of “acute abdomen”
This concept - “acute abdomen”, applies not only to appendicitis. It combines various and very dangerous conditions that occur with peritonitis of various origins, acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), in which the right side of the lower abdomen hurts. Characteristic signs are acute, almost unbearable diffuse pain throughout the lower abdomen with a predominance on the right side, general poor health, severe bouts of vomiting, and high fever. During palpation, tension in the muscles of the anterior peritoneal wall is recorded. The situation requires immediate hospitalization in the surgical department of the hospital. Important: before a medical examination, the patient should not take analgesics or other painkillers, as this can “blur” the picture and cause an incorrect diagnosis.
Other reasons why the lower right side of the abdomen hurts
Pain in the lower abdomen on the right, varying in location and nature, can also be caused by:
- infectious intestinal diseases: inflammation of the colon mucosa (ulcerative colitis);
- inflammatory process in the ileum (ileitis);
- Crohn's disease is a nonspecific inflammation observed in the gastrointestinal tract;
If there is pain in the right lower abdomen in women
If the patient complaining of pain in the right lower abdomen is a woman, an ectopic pregnancy or diseases of the reproductive organs should be suspected. Ectopic pregnancy is a very dangerous condition; it is caused by the fact that the fertilized egg is implanted not in the uterus, but in the fallopian tube, most often due to tubal obstruction. Requires urgent surgical intervention. The lower abdomen on the right also hurts in women due to many sexually transmitted diseases (trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, chlamydia). If the pain becomes chronic, it is necessary to exclude a cyst (especially in the rupture stage) or an ovarian tumor. Increased pain during menstruation gives reason to suspect the proliferation of cells in the inner layer of tissue of the uterine wall - endometriosis.
What to do for pain in the lower right abdomen
If you experience very strong, sharp, dull, cutting or sharp pain localized in the right lower abdomen, you should contact a gastroenterologist, infectious disease specialist, or surgeon. It is wise for women to consult a gynecologist. If there is a suspicion of “acute abdomen” #8211; An emergency doctor should be called immediately. It is also worth paying attention to possible accompanying symptoms, for example: compaction, tension, etc.
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Inflammation in the uterus and its appendages
Any disorders, inflammations and diseases that affect the uterus and its appendages in women are accompanied by unpleasant symptoms, including pain.
It is localized in the lower abdomen and can be on the left or right. The patient's condition worsens, weakness, dizziness and apathy appear. Nausea and loss of appetite may occur.
Among the ailments, such signs can provoke andexitis, uterine inflammation, salpingo-oophoritis and endometritis. The characteristics of pain can be varied and depend on the degree of damage.
There are both sharp and stabbing pain and aching pain. When palpating inflamed areas, pain may intensify.
In case of such violations, be sure to seek help from specialists. You should not delay your visit to the hospital, as this may cause serious complications.
Ectopic pregnancy
If a woman experiences an ectopic pregnancy, she may also experience a feeling of nagging pain. In this situation, the movement and consolidation of the fertilized egg occurs outside the uterine cavity.
It often attaches and develops in the right or left fallopian tube. Sometimes it happens that such a pregnancy occurs on the right side of the ovary. Accordingly, aching pain occurs in the right lower abdomen.
As the pain syndrome increases, such sensations may be felt in the lumbar region and other areas of the abdomen.
As pregnancy progresses, the embryo enlarges, which exerts its pressure on the adjacent walls of the organs.
If an ectopic pregnancy develops in the fallopian tube, as the embryo grows, pressure occurs on the walls of the tube.
If this pathology is not detected in time, a rupture of the fallopian tube may occur, which will lead to internal bleeding in the abdominal cavity and further complications.
This condition requires immediate surgical intervention.
At the first sign of pain on the right, or in the left part of the lower abdomen, which is accompanied by these signs, urgently call emergency help.
This condition requires surgical intervention, otherwise serious consequences and a threat to life are possible.
Pain in the lower abdomen in women is a symptom of what disease?
Pain in the lower abdomen in women is the most common complaint in gynecological practice.
Pain in the lower abdomen in women is the most common complaint in gynecological practice. This symptom can have a different character - pain in the lower abdomen can be sharp, stabbing, cutting, aching or pulling. This symptom is very nonspecific, as it occurs in many diseases. Important characteristics are the onset (sharp or gradual) of lower abdominal pain, the location of the pain, and associated symptoms (eg, fever, chills, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or bleeding). It is necessary to determine whether the pain is related to the menstrual cycle, whether it is life-threatening, whether emergency medical or medical attention is required, or whether it is related to pregnancy. Pain in the lower abdomen during pregnancy can occur both in the early and late stages. The menstrual cycle is actually a regular stress that can lead to changes in hormone levels and various health problems, including periodic pain in the lower abdomen. In such cases, it is recommended to take medications containing vitamins and microelements that will help the woman’s body cope with this stress and prevent complications. For example, "ESTROVEL TIME-FACTOR", the packaging of which consists of 4 blisters, contains components that help a woman in each of the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle.
Bleeding from the genital tract in combination with nagging pain in the lower abdomen usually occurs with diseases of the reproductive system. These are diseases such as uterine fibroids, endometritis, salpingitis (inflammation of the uterine tubes), salpengoapharitis, cervicitis, adnexitis. Fever and chills often accompany pelvic infections. This is typical for diseases such as ureaplasmosis and mycoplasmosis. "Uroprofit" will help cope with urinary tract diseases.
Lack of appetite, nausea and vomiting are nonspecific symptoms that often accompany diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, irritable bowel syndrome, cystitis and any inflammatory diseases in the pelvic area. Syncope, circulatory collapse, and shock usually indicate intra-abdominal hemorrhage. For example, an ectopic pregnancy. Sharp, intense, frequent pain in the lower abdomen accompanied by frequent incomplete urination indicates acute cystitis. Frequent painful urination, lower back pain, or blood in the urine are signs of urinary tract pathology. In case of pathology of the urinary tract or cystitis, “UROPROFIT” is used as one of the means of complex treatment. This is an absolutely safe drug of plant origin, which has an anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial effect and is an antispasmodic, that is, it relieves pain. "UROPROFIT" normalizes urination and reduces the risk of re-exacerbation.
Pregnancy
In early pregnancy, women may experience pain. It bothers the lower abdomen, and can also be localized on the right.
This manifestation can be caused by various reasons associated with ectopic pregnancy, threatened miscarriage and various concomitant diseases.
Such painful sensations are aching and pulling in nature. And often they do not require any treatment, since they are a sign of the body’s adaptation to new changes in the uterus.
This phenomenon is called uterine tone, which can be disturbing on the right side. If it is not accompanied by additional symptoms, it does not need to be treated.
To reduce pain, the doctor may prescribe a mild antispasmodic to the pregnant woman.
In later stages of pregnancy, painful sensations in the lower abdomen on the right may appear due to severe stress on the ligamentous tissues. This is explained by the growth of the fetus and the increase in its weight.
In a normal pregnancy, this condition does not require any treatment, and all symptoms disappear with correct body position, complete relaxation and a comfortable sleeping position.
If these sensations take on an acute form of pain, moving from the left or right, an urgent visit to a doctor is necessary, since there may be a threat of miscarriage or premature birth.
At this moment, there may be premature placental abruption, which entails these consequences.
Causes of lower abdominal pain in women
Pain in the lower abdomen in women is a very unpleasant symptom, with which they most often consult a gynecologist. One of the reasons is various inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs, resulting from infections that can be sexually transmitted.
Any disease that affects the female reproductive organs can cause infertility. That is why it is so important to diagnose them in time and treat them.
Factors that provoke the appearance of pain in the lower abdomen in women are divided into functional and organic.
Organic factors include diseases such as oophoritis, salpingitis, endometriosis, uterine prolapse or fibroids, vulvodynia, adhesions and others. If you feel pain in the lower left abdomen or pain in the right lower abdomen , then this may indicate an ectopic pregnancy, a cystic formation or a tumor on one of the ovaries. Pain in the lower abdomen may appear after a miscarriage or abortion. In addition to gynecological diseases, pain can be caused by appendicitis, cholecystitis, intestinal obstruction, enteritis, cystitis, urolithiasis and pyelonephritis.
Functional causes of pain include disorders of the menstrual cycle and blood circulation in the pelvis. Irritable bowel syndrome, the special anatomical structure of the reproductive organs and hormonal disorders cause pain. Pain will also occur with various injuries and even depression.
Lower abdominal pain is common . They are natural
the body's reaction to the growing volume of the abdomen and weight gain. For the same reasons, a woman may experience constipation and digestive problems, which also manifest as pain.
Nagging pain in the lower abdomen during pregnancy is dangerous These may be symptoms of ectopic pregnancy, premature placental abruption, or threatened miscarriage.
In any case, it is necessary to seek help from qualified specialists, especially if the pain is chronic.
Diagnosis begins with asking the patient about pain in order to find out its nature and location. Then it is necessary to conduct a gynecological examination and, if necessary, a smear analysis, ultrasound or tomography of the pelvic organs, laparoscopy for diagnostic purposes. Often, in addition to a gynecologist, it is necessary to contact a urologist, proctologist, gastroenterologist or neurologist.
Premenstrual syndrome
During ovulation, pain may occur, mainly of a pulling or aching nature. These unpleasant sensations cover the lower abdomen and can be located both on the right and on the left.
This syndrome affects women of reproductive age. These sensations last from one to several days, after which the syndrome fades away. At this moment, an egg is released from the ovary.
The nature of vaginal discharge during this period will be thick, mucous, and have a glassy structure. In rare cases, bleeding is observed.
In the absence of additional symptoms, no special treatment is required. For pain relief, a one-time use of an anesthetic drug is allowed, but only after consultation with a doctor.
After intercourse
If, upon completion of sexual intercourse, pain appears in the lower abdomen, tissue swelling may occur, accompanied by a rush of blood to the genitals due to sexual arousal.
This also includes injured tissues during intense sexual intercourse and diseases in the pelvis. These include adhesions, cancer, endometriosis, cervicitis, andexitis and endometritis.
Unpleasant sensations can cover the entire abdomen - right, lower and left.
At the first painful sensation in women, when the pain syndrome covers the abdomen, regardless of the location (right, lower or left area), immediately consult a doctor.
In many cases, this is a consequence of a developing disease, and sometimes its exacerbation. This is especially true for acute pain manifestations, when unbearable pain is felt, increasing and cramping.
If you ignore such signs, serious complications are possible, and sometimes life-threatening. Only a doctor is able to examine the body in detail and diagnose the disease.
After clarifying the diagnosis, the doctor will prescribe the correct treatment. Self-medication is dangerous both for health and for human life.
The most common pain is felt on the right side
Appendix
When painful sensations last for more than 12 hours, without subsiding for a minute, and a specific focus can be shown with a finger, then this may be a manifestation of appendicitis. These symptoms can also be in the navel area.
There is no need to use independent treatment, do not look for where, what is located, but call a doctor as soon as possible. After the examination, they will decide whether emergency assistance is needed or not.
Liver
Pain can occur due to inflammation of the liver and its increase in size. With hepatitis, nagging pain occurs on the right side of the abdomen, just where the liver is located.
Also, pain can be a reaction to medications.
Alcohol affects this vital organ and excessive consumption leads to inflammation, and in the rarest cases, serious illness.
Kidneys
Why on the right, because the kidneys are located on both sides of the body and at the back. But it is their incorrect functioning that causes abdominal pain in this area. The reasons can be anything - from inflammation due to hypothermia to the presence of stones.
Only a specialist in this profile - a urologist - can help here.
Pregnancy
Such pain can occur during a woman’s pregnancy, even for a short period.
Also, as the fetus grows and the uterus enlarges, the pain may radiate down the abdomen. These processes are natural and do not require medical or medicinal intervention, and the nature of the pain is not so intense.
It is necessary to consult a doctor if you are absolutely sure that you are not pregnant. Then we can assume the likelihood of a disease of the genitourinary system such as cystitis or the presence of genital infections.
Acute stomach
It means a sharp, stabbing, unbearable pain that can occur with acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), peritonitis. A person in this state can neither move, nor walk, nor lie down.
Additional symptoms may include high fever, acute nagging pain throughout the lower abdomen, bouts of vomiting, weakness, and dizziness. When palpating the entire area, tension in the muscles of the peritoneal wall can be observed.
In such a situation, you cannot hesitate, only urgent hospitalization to find out the reasons. You cannot take any painkillers without the permission of medical personnel until the ambulance arrives.
