Rlq pain for 4wks.i had xray in er it showed stool in rlq. colonic inertia? why would stool build there. dr. was not worried. she said just go to gi.

Rlq pain: If you're experiencing persistent or frequent rlq abdominal distress,especially with tenderness there, I would consult an abdominal SURGEON for evaluation. The appropriate tests will be ordered and,if deemed advisable,a referral to a gastroenterologist or gynecologist can be made. I'm reluctant to blame constipation or sluggish BM's for the symptoms but if it turns out to be the problem get advi

Normal: Its completely normal to see stool in the RLQ. It doesn't mean it is built up in that location, more likely passing through. Constipation may or may not be contributing to pain, but the role of the ER is to rule out potential emergent causes. Now you need to follow up with your regular doctor (or GI) to assess for less emergent causes.