Question 1

went drinking saturday night and since then i've had pain in my upper right abdomen and have been bloated . should i be concerned ?

Accepted Answer

RUQ abdominal pain: When you say you "went drinking", what do you mean exactly?  2 drinks?  5 drinks?  too many to count?    You should be evaluated by a doctor.  They may want to check your blood to evaluate your liver and your pancreas, and to lay hands on your abdomen.

Question 2

i get pain in my upper right abdomen (right near rib cage) within 20-30 sec after taking even a 1/2 shot of alcohol. i drink maybe 3-4 times/week.

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: Your upper GI tract and accessory organs are very susceptible to the ravages of alcohol and some people suffer ill effects more than others.  The organs most likely to be effected are the stomach, duodenum, pancreas and liver. The liver and gall bladder are the right upper quadrant and in your case inflammation of the liver may be the most likely cause,  Give up the alcohol it is not worth it.

Question 3

for about a week i have had sharp pain in my upper right abdomen, its tender to touch and hurts a lot worse when i eat or drink. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Right upper quadrant pain has many causes. Common ones involve the gallbladder. However, many other things can give the symptoms you describe.

Further, your history of endometriosis adds possibilities to the list.

It would be a very good idea to see your doctor and discuss these symptoms, as further testing is likely to be beneficial in sorting the cause out. Please see your doctor soon.

Question 4

what can be causing my upper right abdomen to keep spasing and it hurts when it happens goes and comes quick usually when i eat or drink or take medic?

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder attack: 'right upper quadrant' pain with eating is a classic description of 'gallbladder attack'. An ultrasound is needed to check for gallstones which may be passing during an attack. If the ultrasound is normal you still may have 'gallbladder dysfunction' diagnosed with a hida scan. Either way is time to get seen by primary doctor to get these tests ordered. You may need surgery to prevent complications.

Question 5

upper right abdomen pain after drinking. is that my liver?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps..: Ruq (right upper quadrant) has multiple causes: gall bladder disease, gas pocket in the bowel (hepatic flexure syndrome, hepatic means related to the liver). Inflammation in stomach from alcohol (gastritis), inflammed pancreas (pancreatitis, more serious), etc.  As a general rule, if you think something is causing a problem, stop it and & c if it goes away. (by the way, liver has no pain fibers).

Question 6

had hcv, now cured. occational dull upper right abdomen pain, excessive thirst. rest and drinking water helps. this has been on going for many years.

Accepted Answer

Probably unrelated: Do not think it is related to HCV.  Great you are cured.  Not sure what is causing symptoms but if continues need to see someone

Question 7

if i stop drinking soda will i lose belly fat faster?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sugary drinks have extra unnecessary calories so stopping consumption of soda can make a big difference in weight loss. This also includes fruit juices, etc. Better to eat whole fruit rather than drink it, if possible. If you like bubbly taste of soda, consider getting a device which can carbonate your water, then squeeze in a slice of citrus fruit for flavoring. Diet sodas aren't helpful either.

Question 8

what could cause pain in the upper right abdomen and back within minutes of eating sugary foods?

Accepted Answer

Pancreas: Difficult to say..........further description of food/amount needed.Sugar will involve insulin production from pancreas, if icecream which has diary fat it will involve pancreas, Gall bladder. Gas because of lactose intolerance will be more common.

Question 9

hi. 2 weeks ago, started having ocasional dull pain in the upper right abdomen with some irregular sensations on side and right chest as well as whole abdomen. now, pain is little more constant and upon deep press, of center right side hurts. thanks?

Accepted Answer

RUQ pain: Are you constipated ,that can at times cause problems . Would also evaluate gallbladder(ultrasound/ CT) . would also consider colon assessment (colonoscopy) if above is negative and pancreas ( CT) . or kidney in particular stone . May also be variant appendix (CT) f/u/ w/ doc

Question 10

does pain in the upper-right abdomen suggest gallbladder issues?

Accepted Answer

Could be: The gall bladder is located in the upper right abdomen. Other organs there are the liver, right diaphragm and small intestine. 
Certain a right upper quadrant ultrasound looking at the gall bladder might show if it is the cause of the pain.

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Went drinking saturday night and since then i've had pain in my upper right abdomen and have been bloated . should i be concerned ?

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I get pain in my upper right abdomen (right near rib cage) within 20-30 sec after taking even a 1/2 shot of alcohol. i drink maybe 3-4 times/week.

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For about a week i have had sharp pain in my upper right abdomen, its tender to touch and hurts a lot worse when i eat or drink. what could it be?

A member asked:

What can be causing my upper right abdomen to keep spasing and it hurts when it happens goes and comes quick usually when i eat or drink or take medic?

A member asked:

Upper right abdomen pain after drinking. is that my liver?

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Had hcv, now cured. occational dull upper right abdomen pain, excessive thirst. rest and drinking water helps. this has been on going for many years.

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If i stop drinking soda will i lose belly fat faster?

A member asked:

What could cause pain in the upper right abdomen and back within minutes of eating sugary foods?

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Hi. 2 weeks ago, started having ocasional dull pain in the upper right abdomen with some irregular sensations on side and right chest as well as whole abdomen. now, pain is little more constant and upon deep press, of center right side hurts. thanks?

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Does pain in the upper-right abdomen suggest gallbladder issues?

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