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I'm 17 and have been having sudden pain in my upper right stomach and back. i have ibs do you think it's gallstones or ibs? pain is always in samespot

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Dr. Marie Trenga answered

Stomach pain: Gallstones typically cause pain after a meal, especially with fatty food. I suggest you keep a pain diary and note when the pain occurs and what you have eaten that day. People with ibs can be sensitive to certain foods.

Dr Ridgway agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I'm 17 and have been having sudden pain in my upper right stomach and back. i have ibs do you think it's gallstones or ibs? pain is always in samespot

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marie Trenga answered

Dr Ridgway agreed

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