A 21-year-old male asked:

I have pain in my lower right abdomen. next to the hip bone. tender, minor pain (a 1 on the pain scale) when i suck in my stomach, press on the area, or stretch my abdomen. what could it be? coughing does not hurt nor does walking or moving around?

1 doctor answer1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Gurmukh Singh
Pathology 51 years experience
It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. You may watch and wait. If your symptoms get worse, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!
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