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I have severe referred pain in back (@ liver, gb, pancreas). i only have mild pain in abdomen (ruq). which is more likely: pancreas, liver, or gb?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Hard to know: Sounds more pancreatitis but impossible to know without more history and physical exam. See your doctor anytime you describe a pain as "severe.".

Answered 4/13/2014

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A member asked:

I have severe referred pain in back (@ liver, gb, pancreas). i only have mild pain in abdomen (ruq). which is more likely: pancreas, liver, or gb?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

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