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Intermittent pain on the right side
I have been experiencing occasional pain on the right side, below the ribs, for about 3 months. The pain stopped completely for some time but started occurring occasionally again. I had an ultrasound, which showed mild hepatomegaly (mildly enlarged liver). I took two bottles of Adlive, after which the pain improved, but it later returned occasionally. The pain is now less than before. Please advise what could be the possible cause and whether I need any medicine.
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Right sided pain can be due to gallbladder, liver, stomach or other musculoskeletal issues mild hepatomegaly doesn’t give the cause.
Please book a consultation with the ultrasound report and any blood tests so we can assess this properly and decide whether medication or further evaluation is needed.
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You need lifestyle modifications and dietary habits changes strictly. Drink more water and eat more fibrous diet .wt.loss is the key.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Please consult
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Mr. Ashish
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Jind
Most likely: Right-sided pain below the ribs can arise from the liver, gallbladder, stomach/intestine or abdominal muscles. Mild hepatomegaly on ultrasound does not by itself explain the pain.
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Review the ultrasound and LFT reports. Depending on findings, your doctor may advise further evaluation such as repeat ultrasound or additional blood tests.
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You can consult me with your reports and complete history so I can assess the possible cause and guide you regarding the need for treatment.
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Dr. Mohd Asif
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Delhi
* Get LFT (AST/ALT, ALP, GGT, bilirubin, albumin).
* Consider HBsAg and anti-HCV if not previously tested.
* Check fasting glucose/HbA1c and lipid profile, especially if overweight, to assess for fatty liver/metabolic risk.
* If LFTs are abnormal or hepatomegaly persists, follow up with a physician/gastroenterologist and consider repeat ultrasound as advised.
* Avoid alcohol and unnecessary supplements/medications.
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Maintain a balanced diet, limit very fatty foods, and maintain a healthy weight. Do not take painkillers or “liver tonics” routinely without medical advice.
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