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Is gallstone pain typically only on the right side/back?

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No.: About 1/3 of the time, people will feel the most intense pain in the upper middle abdomen or lower chest. In fact, it is not uncommon to mistake a gallbladder attack for a heart attack. When in doubt, go to an er!

Answered 10/9/2011

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Yes typical: Right upper abdomen and flank but can be central and and rlq commonly also.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/30/2020

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