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Calculated Shard: 50 (from laksa109)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa050.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828","crawl_time":1776084169,"first_indexed_time":1675904434,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,verywellhealth!www,\/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828 s443","src_root_hash":"5681562863987870850","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"What's Causing Lower Right Abdominal Pain?","meta_descriptions":["Understand lower right abdomen pain: symptoms, causes, and when to seek medical care. Learn if it's gas, appendicitis, or something else."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Key Takeaways\nLower right abdomen pain can be a sign of a serious problem like appendicitis. \nSeek medical help if you have severe pain, difficulty breathing, or blood in your stool. \nAppendicitis is an emergency that can lead to a life-threatening infection if not treated.\nExperiencing pain in your lower right abdomen can be alarming, as it may indicate anything from gas to a serious condition like appendicitis or a ruptured ovarian cyst. Knowing when to seek medical attention is crucial; severe or persistent pain accompanied by symptoms like fever or vomiting requires immediate care.\nskaman306 \/ Getty Images\nWhat Might be Causing Your Lower Right Abdominal Pain?\nLower right abdominal pain\nmay be acute or chronic. Acute pain appears suddenly and may worsen over time or disappear without treatment. Chronic pain persists for more than six months and can vary in intensity.\nLower right abdominal pain can result from problems that range from mild to serious. Some of the most common causes of abdominal pain include the following conditions.\n1. Abdominal Muscle Strain\nAn abdominal muscle strain (pulled muscle) can occur due to:\nStrain\nOveruse\nLifting\nCoughing\nA right-side muscle strain might cause soreness or pain that comes and goes with muscle use. Rest and stretching exercises can help, with healing taking up to six weeks depending on severity.\n2. Appendicitis\nAppendicitis\nis an inflammation of your appendix, a fingerlike pouch located between the small and large intestines on the lower-right side of your abdomen. It can result from:\nInfection\nTumor\nBlockage\nInflammatory bowel disease\nIt typically appears as an acute condition that causes sharp and sudden pain in the lower right abdomen. It can also occur as chronic pain.\nAcute Appendicitis Is an Emergency\nAppendicitis needs urgent care since an infected appendix can burst, possibly leading to peritonitis—a dangerous infection that spreads in the abdomen.\nSymptoms include:\nAppendix pain that begins near the navel and moves to the right lower abdomen\nSevere pain that \"feels different\" in the right side, or that wakes you up when sleeping\nPain that worsens with time or movement, such as deep breathing or coughing\nAbdominal rigidity or stiffness\nEmergency appendicitis pain may include nausea an vomiting, fever, or abdominal swelling. If you experience this type of pain, call 911 or seek immediate medical care.\n3. Constipation\nConstipation is when you struggle to have a bowel movement, leading to bloating and side or abdominal pain because you can't pass gas or stools. It can be acute or chronic.\nFactors like a low-fiber diet, dehydration, lack of exercise, and some medications can cause constipation. It may also be a symptom of another medical condition.\n4. Diverticulitis\nDiverticulitis\n results from inflamed diverticula—small pouches that form in the large intestine with age. Infections occur when germs, food, or stool get trapped in these pockets.\nAs the matter grows, it causes an infection. Your body reacts with inflammation, which is your body's natural immune response to damage and disease.\nPain usually occurs suddenly and severely, though it can also occur as a mild ache that develops gradually. Between 20% and 35% of people have recurrent flare-ups following a first episode.\n5. Dyspepsia\nDyspepsia is commonly known as indigestion.\nAlong with nausea and gas, it can cause abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant although the classic epigastric pain associated with dyspepsia is usually in the upper abdomen. You also can have swelling in the abdomen.\nChanges in diet (sometimes along with medication) often help to relieve symptoms.\n6. Food Poisoning\nFood poisoning occurs as a result of consuming food that has been contaminated with toxic substances, bacteria, or other germs. The pathogens release toxins that cause diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and headache. These symptoms can also include abdominal pain and cramps. Dehydration is a common complication, but serious issues like kidney damage are more rare.\n7. Gallstones\nGallstones\nare hard pieces of solid material that form in your gallbladder. The stones are usually made of cholesterol or the digestive juice called bile. When gallstones block your bile ducts, they can lead to life-threatening infections of the bile ducts, pancreas, or liver.\nGallstones can cause various symptoms, including:\nSteady, severe pain in your abdomen\nPain in your back\nPain in your right shoulder\nJaundice\nNausea\nSome people have pain that comes after eating and then disappears. You usually will not experience symptoms of gallstones until they become large and the stones begin to block your bile ducts. See a healthcare provider if pain lasts more than five hours or if you have a fever.\n8. Gastroenteritis\nGastroenteritis—or the stomach flu—is an infection of your intestines that typically causes:\nAbdominal pain or cramping\nDiarrhea\nNausea\nVomiting\nSometimes fever also occurs.\nThe condition is acute. It usually lasts less than a week and improves without treatment, though staying hydrated is key and over-the-counter medications can help. Some people may need antibiotics or prescription medications.\n9. Hepatitis\nHepatitis\nis inflammation of the liver. Viruses, toxins, heavy alcohol use, and certain medications can cause hepatitis. Symptoms include:\nAbdominal pain\nDark urine\nLight-colored stools\nJoint pain\nJaundice\nFever\nSymptoms of acute infections can occur from two weeks to six months after exposure. It can take decades for symptoms of chronic viral hepatitis to develop.\n10. Inguinal Hernia\nAn inguinal hernia occurs in a part of the lower abdominal wall called the inguinal canals, which exist on each side of your groin. An inguinal hernia occurs when the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. It is more likely to form on the right side than on the left.\nSymptoms include a bulge in the groin and pain or burning on the affected side. Pain may worsen when you lift, cough, or strain. Inguinal hernias occur more often in males (lifetime risk of 27%) than in females (lifetime risk of 3%).\n11. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)\nInflammatory bowel disease\n (IBD) describes conditions that include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.\nThese two chronic disorders cause inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to:\nBowel changes\nPersistent diarrhea\nPeriodic abdominal pain\nSymptoms of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can become worse over time. Without treatment, they can cause problems throughout your body.\n12. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)\nIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that results in abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea.\nWhile the cause is unknown, having a previous bowel infection or an overgrowth of bad gut bacteria may increase your risk of IBS.\nIBS can cause recurring belly pain with bowel movements. Changes in the appearance of bowel movements, stool consistency, gas, or bloating can also occur.\n13. Kidney Infection\nA kidney infection, called pyelonephritis, occurs when bacteria from your bladder move up into your kidneys. It is common to get a kidney infection if you have a\nurinary tract infection (UTI)\n.\nThe bacteria trigger inflammation in the kidneys, causing pain in the lower back that can move around to the lower side of the abdomen. Other symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, and nausea.\n14. Kidney Stones\nKidney stones\n are hard, solid objects that form crystals from certain substances that are eliminated naturally in your urine. Crystals form when your urine contains too much of a waste substance in too little liquid. Stones develop as the crystals join together with other elements and form a solid mass.\nKidney stones often cause pain as the stone travels through your ureter, urethra, and bladder. Symptoms include extremely severe back pain that can creep forward to your abdomen's right or left side. If you have one kidney stone, you have a higher risk of developing others either simultaneously or later.\n15. Pancreatitis\nPancreatitis\nis an inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland near your stomach and liver that makes digestive enzymes to help you absorb and digest food. Gallstones, heavy alcohol use, genetic disorders, and certain medicines can cause this condition.\nSymptoms of acute pancreatitis include abdominal pain, rapid heart rate, nausea, fever, and vomiting. It has the potential to be life-threatening without appropriate care.\nA Note on Gender and Sex Terminology\nVerywell Health acknowledges that sex and gender are related concepts, but they are not the same.\nSex refers to biology: chromosomal makeup, hormones, and anatomy. People are most often assigned male or female at birth based on their external anatomy; some people do not fit into that sex binary and are intersex.\nGender describes a person's internal sense of self as a woman, man, nonbinary person, or another gender, and the associated social and cultural ideas about roles, behaviors, expressions, and characteristics.\nResearch studies sometimes don't use the terminology in this way. Terms that describe gender (“woman,” “man”) may be used when terms for sex (“female,” “male”) are more appropriate. To reflect our sources accurately, this article uses terms like \"female,\" \"male,\" \"woman,\" and \"man\" as the sources use them.\nLower Right Abdominal Pain in Females\nAbdominal pain on the right side in females can often involve pelvic pain caused by problems related to the following gynecological conditions.\n1. Ectopic Pregnancy\nAn\nectopic pregnancy\noccurs when a fertilized egg grows outside your uterus. Almost all ectopic pregnancies occur in a fallopian tube. As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the fallopian tube to burst and cause major internal bleeding. The situation is a life-threatening emergency.\nAs the ectopic pregnancy grows or the fallopian tube ruptures, symptoms may include:\nSudden, severe pain in the abdomen or pelvis\nShoulder pain\nWeakness\nDizziness\nFainting\n2. Endometriosis\nEndometriosis occurs when uterine lining cells travel outside the uterus and begin growing on other organs like the right ovary or fallopian tube. Swelling, bleeding, and pain on the lower right side, especially before and during the menstrual period, can occur.\n3. Menstrual Pain\nIt is possible to have pain in one or both ovaries on certain days during a normal menstrual cycle. Dysmenorrhea is the cramping pain that is experienced during or just before menstruation. It occurs due to the release of prostaglandins. This hormone-like substance contracts muscles in the uterus. The pain may come and go with contractions.\n4. Ovarian Cysts\nAn ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in either ovary.\nIt may cause intermittent pain and discomfort on the lower right side if the cyst is located on the right ovary. Bleeding and menstrual irregularities can occur.\nThe most common types of ovarian cysts include follicular cysts, which form a follicle that does not release an egg during ovulation. Corpus luteum cysts develop if a normal follicle does not dissolve as intended right after ovulation.\n5. Ovarian Torsion\nOvarian torsion occurs when your fallopian tube, which connects your ovaries to your uterus, twists around the tissues and blood vessels and cuts off the blood supply to the organs. The most common symptom is intense lower abdominal pain, more commonly on the right side. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate care to save your ovary and reproductive organs.\n6. Ovulation\nOvulation pain, also called Mittelschmerz, can occur as a periodic dull ache, severe pain, or sharp cramp on the right or left side of the pelvis. It tends to happen about two weeks before the start of your period when the ovary releases the egg. While it may feel like a serious problem, it is considered normal.\n7. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)\nPelvic inflammatory disease\n(PID) is inflammation and irritation of reproductive organs. It can be a complication of an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI). Pelvic inflammatory disease causes pain in your lower abdomen, an unusual discharge, irregular bleeding, and burning during urination.\nLower Right Abdominal Pain in Males\nSome causes of lower right abdomen pain in males are outlined below.\n1. Prostatitis\nProstatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland, which is part of the reproductive system. The prostate is a small gland between the bladder and the penis. A bacterial infection causes acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis.\nSome types of chronic prostatitis may relate to nerve damage in the pelvic area or chemicals in urine. Pain in the lower abdomen, urinary frequency, fever, and pain during urination occur most often with bacterial prostatitis.\n2. Testicular Torsion\nTesticular torsion occurs when the testis twists on itself. The result kinks the blood supply that delivers oxygen necessary for the testis to survive. It happens most often to newborn boys and boys going through puberty.\nSymptoms include pain and swelling in the lower portion of the abdomen, though newborns usually don't have pain. It is a surgical emergency that requires immediate care.\nEasing Right-Sided Abdominal Pain\nThe severity of pain is based on its duration, location, and intensity. Sudden and severe lower right abdomen pain requires a medical assessment for appropriate treatment.\nLess serious causes of mild lower right abdomen pain may improve with the following strategies:\nSip water or other clear liquids.\nAvoid solid food for the first few hours of symptoms.\nEat small amounts of mild foods like applesauce, rice, or crackers.\nTry antacids to relieve pain that occurs after eating.\nHowever, treating your condition with home remedies may delay or interfere with an accurate diagnosis. When your condition is properly diagnosed, pain medicine, antibiotics, or surgery may be necessary to relieve your pain and prevent complications.\nWhen to See a Healthcare Provider\nSymptoms of severe abdominal conditions may start subtly before they cause severe pain and require emergency care. Don't ignore persistent right-sided pain that comes and goes. Early diagnosis and treatment can give you the best chance of preventing serious complications.\nConsult your healthcare provider if you have any of the following symptoms:\nAbdominal pain of any intensity that lasts for more than a couple of days\nFever with your abdominal pain\nAbdominal pain that goes away then returns\nDigestive symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting that don't go away after a couple of days\nChanges in the number of times (more or less) you usually urinate daily or burning with urination\nUnintended weight loss\nSymptoms That Require Immediate Care\nPain in the lower right abdomen should not be ignored. 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Our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.\n\nⒸ 2026 People Inc. — All rights reserved\n\n# What's Causing Lower Right Abdominal Pain?\nBy [Anna Giorgi](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/anna-giorgi-5217247)\n\nUpdated on February 19, 2026\n\nMedically reviewed by  [Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhD](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/isabel-casimiro-5216281)\n\nTable of Contents\n\nView All\n\nTable of Contents\n\n- [Common Causes](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-what-might-be-causing-your-lower-right-abdominal-pain)\n- [Pain in Females](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-lower-right-abdominal-pain-in-females)\n- [Pain in Males](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-lower-right-abdominal-pain-in-males)\n- [Easing Pain](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-easing-right-sided-abdominal-pain)\n- [When to See a Provider](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-when-to-see-a-healthcare-provider)\n\n### Key Takeaways\n- Lower right abdomen pain can be a sign of a serious problem like appendicitis.\n- Seek medical help if you have severe pain, difficulty breathing, or blood in your stool.\n- Appendicitis is an emergency that can lead to a life-threatening infection if not treated.\n\nExperiencing pain in your lower right abdomen can be alarming, as it may indicate anything from gas to a serious condition like appendicitis or a ruptured ovarian cyst. Knowing when to seek medical attention is crucial; severe or persistent pain accompanied by symptoms like fever or vomiting requires immediate care.\n\n![person laying on bed]()\n\n![person laying on bed](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/thmb\/ZtxxH7fs31fb7441OyVIkiKoxEk=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/GettyImages-926485732-4275fef20a574262b8b53f3b1be32d52.jpg)\n\nskaman306 \/ Getty Images\n## What Might be Causing Your Lower Right Abdominal Pain?\n[Lower right abdominal pain](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-abdominal-pain-5184279) may be acute or chronic. Acute pain appears suddenly and may worsen over time or disappear without treatment. Chronic pain persists for more than six months and can vary in intensity.\n\nLower right abdominal pain can result from problems that range from mild to serious. Some of the most common causes of abdominal pain include the following conditions.\n\n### 1\\. Abdominal Muscle Strain\nAn abdominal muscle strain (pulled muscle) can occur due to:\n\n- Strain\n- Overuse\n- Lifting\n- Coughing\n\nA right-side muscle strain might cause soreness or pain that comes and goes with muscle use. Rest and stretching exercises can help, with healing taking up to six weeks depending on severity.\n\n### 2\\. Appendicitis\n[Appendicitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/what-is-appendicitis-7093376) is an inflammation of your appendix, a fingerlike pouch located between the small and large intestines on the lower-right side of your abdomen. It can result from:\n\n- Infection\n- Tumor\n- Blockage\n- Inflammatory bowel disease\n\nIt typically appears as an acute condition that causes sharp and sudden pain in the lower right abdomen. It can also occur as chronic pain.\n\n### Acute Appendicitis Is an Emergency\nAppendicitis needs urgent care since an infected appendix can burst, possibly leading to peritonitis—a dangerous infection that spreads in the abdomen. Symptoms include:\n\n- Appendix pain that begins near the navel and moves to the right lower abdomen\n- Severe pain that \"feels different\" in the right side, or that wakes you up when sleeping\n- Pain that worsens with time or movement, such as deep breathing or coughing\n- Abdominal rigidity or stiffness\n\nEmergency appendicitis pain may include nausea an vomiting, fever, or abdominal swelling. If you experience this type of pain, call 911 or seek immediate medical care.\n### 3\\. Constipation\nConstipation is when you struggle to have a bowel movement, leading to bloating and side or abdominal pain because you can't pass gas or stools. It can be acute or chronic.\n\nFactors like a low-fiber diet, dehydration, lack of exercise, and some medications can cause constipation. It may also be a symptom of another medical condition.\n\n### 4\\. Diverticulitis\n[Diverticulitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/diverticulitis-signs-symptoms-and-complications-4163951) results from inflamed diverticula—small pouches that form in the large intestine with age. Infections occur when germs, food, or stool get trapped in these pockets.\n\nAs the matter grows, it causes an infection. Your body reacts with inflammation, which is your body's natural immune response to damage and disease.\n\nPain usually occurs suddenly and severely, though it can also occur as a mild ache that develops gradually. Between 20% and 35% of people have recurrent flare-ups following a first episode.\n\n### 5\\. Dyspepsia\nDyspepsia is commonly known as indigestion. Along with nausea and gas, it can cause abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant although the classic epigastric pain associated with dyspepsia is usually in the upper abdomen. You also can have swelling in the abdomen.\n\nChanges in diet (sometimes along with medication) often help to relieve symptoms.\n\n### 6\\. Food Poisoning\nFood poisoning occurs as a result of consuming food that has been contaminated with toxic substances, bacteria, or other germs. The pathogens release toxins that cause diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and headache. These symptoms can also include abdominal pain and cramps. Dehydration is a common complication, but serious issues like kidney damage are more rare.\n\n### 7\\. Gallstones\n[Gallstones](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/gallbladder-disease-7152091) are hard pieces of solid material that form in your gallbladder. The stones are usually made of cholesterol or the digestive juice called bile. When gallstones block your bile ducts, they can lead to life-threatening infections of the bile ducts, pancreas, or liver.\n\nGallstones can cause various symptoms, including:\n\n- Steady, severe pain in your abdomen\n- Pain in your back\n- Pain in your right shoulder\n- Jaundice\n- Nausea\n\nSome people have pain that comes after eating and then disappears. You usually will not experience symptoms of gallstones until they become large and the stones begin to block your bile ducts. See a healthcare provider if pain lasts more than five hours or if you have a fever.\n\n### 8\\. Gastroenteritis\nGastroenteritis—or the stomach flu—is an infection of your intestines that typically causes:\n\n- Abdominal pain or cramping\n- Diarrhea\n- Nausea\n- Vomiting\n\nSometimes fever also occurs.\n\nThe condition is acute. It usually lasts less than a week and improves without treatment, though staying hydrated is key and over-the-counter medications can help. Some people may need antibiotics or prescription medications.\n\n### 9\\. Hepatitis\n[Hepatitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/hepatitis-7484113) is inflammation of the liver. Viruses, toxins, heavy alcohol use, and certain medications can cause hepatitis. Symptoms include:\n\n- Abdominal pain\n- Dark urine\n- Light-colored stools\n- Joint pain\n- Jaundice\n- Fever\n\nSymptoms of acute infections can occur from two weeks to six months after exposure. It can take decades for symptoms of chronic viral hepatitis to develop.\n\n### 10\\. Inguinal Hernia\nAn inguinal hernia occurs in a part of the lower abdominal wall called the inguinal canals, which exist on each side of your groin. An inguinal hernia occurs when the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. It is more likely to form on the right side than on the left.\n\nSymptoms include a bulge in the groin and pain or burning on the affected side. Pain may worsen when you lift, cough, or strain. Inguinal hernias occur more often in males (lifetime risk of 27%) than in females (lifetime risk of 3%).\n\n### 11\\. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)\n[Inflammatory bowel disease](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/ibd-symptoms-1942663) (IBD) describes conditions that include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. These two chronic disorders cause inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to:\n\n- Bowel changes\n- Persistent diarrhea\n- Periodic abdominal pain\n\nSymptoms of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can become worse over time. Without treatment, they can cause problems throughout your body.\n\n### 12\\. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)\nIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that results in abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea. While the cause is unknown, having a previous bowel infection or an overgrowth of bad gut bacteria may increase your risk of IBS.\n\nIBS can cause recurring belly pain with bowel movements. Changes in the appearance of bowel movements, stool consistency, gas, or bloating can also occur.\n\n### 13\\. Kidney Infection\nA kidney infection, called pyelonephritis, occurs when bacteria from your bladder move up into your kidneys. It is common to get a kidney infection if you have a [urinary tract infection (UTI)](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/urinary-tract-infections-symptoms-2328460).\n\nThe bacteria trigger inflammation in the kidneys, causing pain in the lower back that can move around to the lower side of the abdomen. Other symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, and nausea.\n\n### 14\\. Kidney Stones\n[Kidney stones](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/calcium-oxalate-crystals-in-urine-8420065) are hard, solid objects that form crystals from certain substances that are eliminated naturally in your urine. Crystals form when your urine contains too much of a waste substance in too little liquid. Stones develop as the crystals join together with other elements and form a solid mass.\n\nKidney stones often cause pain as the stone travels through your ureter, urethra, and bladder. Symptoms include extremely severe back pain that can creep forward to your abdomen's right or left side. If you have one kidney stone, you have a higher risk of developing others either simultaneously or later.\n\n### 15\\. Pancreatitis\n[Pancreatitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/acute-or-chronic-pancreatitis-symptoms-and-treatments-3520426) is an inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland near your stomach and liver that makes digestive enzymes to help you absorb and digest food. Gallstones, heavy alcohol use, genetic disorders, and certain medicines can cause this condition.\n\nSymptoms of acute pancreatitis include abdominal pain, rapid heart rate, nausea, fever, and vomiting. It has the potential to be life-threatening without appropriate care.\n\n### A Note on Gender and Sex Terminology\nVerywell Health acknowledges that sex and gender are related concepts, but they are not the same.\n\n- Sex refers to biology: chromosomal makeup, hormones, and anatomy. People are most often assigned male or female at birth based on their external anatomy; some people do not fit into that sex binary and are intersex.\n- Gender describes a person's internal sense of self as a woman, man, nonbinary person, or another gender, and the associated social and cultural ideas about roles, behaviors, expressions, and characteristics.\n\nResearch studies sometimes don't use the terminology in this way. Terms that describe gender (“woman,” “man”) may be used when terms for sex (“female,” “male”) are more appropriate. To reflect our sources accurately, this article uses terms like \"female,\" \"male,\" \"woman,\" and \"man\" as the sources use them.\n## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Females\nAbdominal pain on the right side in females can often involve pelvic pain caused by problems related to the following gynecological conditions.\n\n### 1\\. Ectopic Pregnancy\nAn [ectopic pregnancy](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/ectopic-pregnancy-7546815) occurs when a fertilized egg grows outside your uterus. Almost all ectopic pregnancies occur in a fallopian tube. As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the fallopian tube to burst and cause major internal bleeding. The situation is a life-threatening emergency.\n\nAs the ectopic pregnancy grows or the fallopian tube ruptures, symptoms may include:\n\n- Sudden, severe pain in the abdomen or pelvis\n- Shoulder pain\n- Weakness\n- Dizziness\n- Fainting\n### 2\\. Endometriosis\nEndometriosis occurs when uterine lining cells travel outside the uterus and begin growing on other organs like the right ovary or fallopian tube. Swelling, bleeding, and pain on the lower right side, especially before and during the menstrual period, can occur.\n\n### 3\\. Menstrual Pain\nIt is possible to have pain in one or both ovaries on certain days during a normal menstrual cycle. Dysmenorrhea is the cramping pain that is experienced during or just before menstruation. It occurs due to the release of prostaglandins. This hormone-like substance contracts muscles in the uterus. The pain may come and go with contractions.\n\n### 4\\. Ovarian Cysts\nAn ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in either ovary. It may cause intermittent pain and discomfort on the lower right side if the cyst is located on the right ovary. Bleeding and menstrual irregularities can occur.\n\nThe most common types of ovarian cysts include follicular cysts, which form a follicle that does not release an egg during ovulation. Corpus luteum cysts develop if a normal follicle does not dissolve as intended right after ovulation.\n\n### 5\\. Ovarian Torsion\nOvarian torsion occurs when your fallopian tube, which connects your ovaries to your uterus, twists around the tissues and blood vessels and cuts off the blood supply to the organs. The most common symptom is intense lower abdominal pain, more commonly on the right side. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate care to save your ovary and reproductive organs.\n\n### 6\\. Ovulation\nOvulation pain, also called Mittelschmerz, can occur as a periodic dull ache, severe pain, or sharp cramp on the right or left side of the pelvis. It tends to happen about two weeks before the start of your period when the ovary releases the egg. While it may feel like a serious problem, it is considered normal.\n\n### 7\\. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)\n[Pelvic inflammatory disease](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/pelvic-inflammatory-disease-pid-3133135) (PID) is inflammation and irritation of reproductive organs. It can be a complication of an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI). Pelvic inflammatory disease causes pain in your lower abdomen, an unusual discharge, irregular bleeding, and burning during urination.\n\n## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Males\nSome causes of lower right abdomen pain in males are outlined below.\n\n### 1\\. Prostatitis\nProstatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland, which is part of the reproductive system. The prostate is a small gland between the bladder and the penis. A bacterial infection causes acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis.\n\nSome types of chronic prostatitis may relate to nerve damage in the pelvic area or chemicals in urine. Pain in the lower abdomen, urinary frequency, fever, and pain during urination occur most often with bacterial prostatitis.\n\n### 2\\. Testicular Torsion\nTesticular torsion occurs when the testis twists on itself. The result kinks the blood supply that delivers oxygen necessary for the testis to survive. It happens most often to newborn boys and boys going through puberty.\n\nSymptoms include pain and swelling in the lower portion of the abdomen, though newborns usually don't have pain. It is a surgical emergency that requires immediate care.\n\n## Easing Right-Sided Abdominal Pain\nThe severity of pain is based on its duration, location, and intensity. Sudden and severe lower right abdomen pain requires a medical assessment for appropriate treatment.\n\nLess serious causes of mild lower right abdomen pain may improve with the following strategies:\n\n- Sip water or other clear liquids.\n- Avoid solid food for the first few hours of symptoms.\n- Eat small amounts of mild foods like applesauce, rice, or crackers.\n- Try antacids to relieve pain that occurs after eating.\n\nHowever, treating your condition with home remedies may delay or interfere with an accurate diagnosis. When your condition is properly diagnosed, pain medicine, antibiotics, or surgery may be necessary to relieve your pain and prevent complications.\n\n## When to See a Healthcare Provider\nSymptoms of severe abdominal conditions may start subtly before they cause severe pain and require emergency care. Don't ignore persistent right-sided pain that comes and goes. Early diagnosis and treatment can give you the best chance of preventing serious complications.\n\nConsult your healthcare provider if you have any of the following symptoms:\n\n- Abdominal pain of any intensity that lasts for more than a couple of days\n- Fever with your abdominal pain\n- Abdominal pain that goes away then returns\n- Digestive symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting that don't go away after a couple of days\n- Changes in the number of times (more or less) you usually urinate daily or burning with urination\n- Unintended weight loss\n\n### Symptoms That Require Immediate Care\nPain in the lower right abdomen should not be ignored. While it can be harmless, sudden severe pain in the lower right abdomen or pain in this area that does not improve within 30 minutes requires emergency care. 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Our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.\n\nⒸ 2026 People Inc. — All rights reserved\n\nVerywell Health is part of the [People Inc.](https:\/\/www.people.inc\/) publishing family.","attrs_readable_markdown":"### Key Takeaways\n- Lower right abdomen pain can be a sign of a serious problem like appendicitis.\n- Seek medical help if you have severe pain, difficulty breathing, or blood in your stool.\n- Appendicitis is an emergency that can lead to a life-threatening infection if not treated.\n\nExperiencing pain in your lower right abdomen can be alarming, as it may indicate anything from gas to a serious condition like appendicitis or a ruptured ovarian cyst. Knowing when to seek medical attention is crucial; severe or persistent pain accompanied by symptoms like fever or vomiting requires immediate care.\n\nskaman306 \/ Getty Images\n\n## What Might be Causing Your Lower Right Abdominal Pain?\n[Lower right abdominal pain](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/lower-abdominal-pain-5184279) may be acute or chronic. Acute pain appears suddenly and may worsen over time or disappear without treatment. Chronic pain persists for more than six months and can vary in intensity.\n\nLower right abdominal pain can result from problems that range from mild to serious. Some of the most common causes of abdominal pain include the following conditions.\n\n### 1\\. Abdominal Muscle Strain\nAn abdominal muscle strain (pulled muscle) can occur due to:\n\n- Strain\n- Overuse\n- Lifting\n- Coughing\n\nA right-side muscle strain might cause soreness or pain that comes and goes with muscle use. Rest and stretching exercises can help, with healing taking up to six weeks depending on severity.\n\n### 2\\. Appendicitis\n[Appendicitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/what-is-appendicitis-7093376) is an inflammation of your appendix, a fingerlike pouch located between the small and large intestines on the lower-right side of your abdomen. It can result from:\n\n- Infection\n- Tumor\n- Blockage\n- Inflammatory bowel disease\n\nIt typically appears as an acute condition that causes sharp and sudden pain in the lower right abdomen. It can also occur as chronic pain.\n\n### Acute Appendicitis Is an Emergency\nAppendicitis needs urgent care since an infected appendix can burst, possibly leading to peritonitis—a dangerous infection that spreads in the abdomen. Symptoms include:\n\n- Appendix pain that begins near the navel and moves to the right lower abdomen\n- Severe pain that \"feels different\" in the right side, or that wakes you up when sleeping\n- Pain that worsens with time or movement, such as deep breathing or coughing\n- Abdominal rigidity or stiffness\n\nEmergency appendicitis pain may include nausea an vomiting, fever, or abdominal swelling. If you experience this type of pain, call 911 or seek immediate medical care.\n### 3\\. Constipation\nConstipation is when you struggle to have a bowel movement, leading to bloating and side or abdominal pain because you can't pass gas or stools. It can be acute or chronic.\n\nFactors like a low-fiber diet, dehydration, lack of exercise, and some medications can cause constipation. It may also be a symptom of another medical condition.\n\n### 4\\. Diverticulitis\n[Diverticulitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/diverticulitis-signs-symptoms-and-complications-4163951) results from inflamed diverticula—small pouches that form in the large intestine with age. Infections occur when germs, food, or stool get trapped in these pockets.\n\nAs the matter grows, it causes an infection. Your body reacts with inflammation, which is your body's natural immune response to damage and disease.\n\nPain usually occurs suddenly and severely, though it can also occur as a mild ache that develops gradually. Between 20% and 35% of people have recurrent flare-ups following a first episode.\n\n### 5\\. Dyspepsia\nDyspepsia is commonly known as indigestion. Along with nausea and gas, it can cause abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant although the classic epigastric pain associated with dyspepsia is usually in the upper abdomen. You also can have swelling in the abdomen.\n\nChanges in diet (sometimes along with medication) often help to relieve symptoms.\n\n### 6\\. Food Poisoning\nFood poisoning occurs as a result of consuming food that has been contaminated with toxic substances, bacteria, or other germs. The pathogens release toxins that cause diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and headache. These symptoms can also include abdominal pain and cramps. Dehydration is a common complication, but serious issues like kidney damage are more rare.\n\n### 7\\. Gallstones\n[Gallstones](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/gallbladder-disease-7152091) are hard pieces of solid material that form in your gallbladder. The stones are usually made of cholesterol or the digestive juice called bile. When gallstones block your bile ducts, they can lead to life-threatening infections of the bile ducts, pancreas, or liver.\n\nGallstones can cause various symptoms, including:\n\n- Steady, severe pain in your abdomen\n- Pain in your back\n- Pain in your right shoulder\n- Jaundice\n- Nausea\n\nSome people have pain that comes after eating and then disappears. You usually will not experience symptoms of gallstones until they become large and the stones begin to block your bile ducts. See a healthcare provider if pain lasts more than five hours or if you have a fever.\n\n### 8\\. Gastroenteritis\nGastroenteritis—or the stomach flu—is an infection of your intestines that typically causes:\n\n- Abdominal pain or cramping\n- Diarrhea\n- Nausea\n- Vomiting\n\nSometimes fever also occurs.\n\nThe condition is acute. It usually lasts less than a week and improves without treatment, though staying hydrated is key and over-the-counter medications can help. Some people may need antibiotics or prescription medications.\n\n### 9\\. Hepatitis\n[Hepatitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/hepatitis-7484113) is inflammation of the liver. Viruses, toxins, heavy alcohol use, and certain medications can cause hepatitis. Symptoms include:\n\n- Abdominal pain\n- Dark urine\n- Light-colored stools\n- Joint pain\n- Jaundice\n- Fever\n\nSymptoms of acute infections can occur from two weeks to six months after exposure. It can take decades for symptoms of chronic viral hepatitis to develop.\n\n### 10\\. Inguinal Hernia\nAn inguinal hernia occurs in a part of the lower abdominal wall called the inguinal canals, which exist on each side of your groin. An inguinal hernia occurs when the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. It is more likely to form on the right side than on the left.\n\nSymptoms include a bulge in the groin and pain or burning on the affected side. Pain may worsen when you lift, cough, or strain. Inguinal hernias occur more often in males (lifetime risk of 27%) than in females (lifetime risk of 3%).\n\n### 11\\. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)\n[Inflammatory bowel disease](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/ibd-symptoms-1942663) (IBD) describes conditions that include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. These two chronic disorders cause inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to:\n\n- Bowel changes\n- Persistent diarrhea\n- Periodic abdominal pain\n\nSymptoms of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can become worse over time. Without treatment, they can cause problems throughout your body.\n\n### 12\\. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)\nIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that results in abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea. While the cause is unknown, having a previous bowel infection or an overgrowth of bad gut bacteria may increase your risk of IBS.\n\nIBS can cause recurring belly pain with bowel movements. Changes in the appearance of bowel movements, stool consistency, gas, or bloating can also occur.\n\n### 13\\. Kidney Infection\nA kidney infection, called pyelonephritis, occurs when bacteria from your bladder move up into your kidneys. It is common to get a kidney infection if you have a [urinary tract infection (UTI)](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/urinary-tract-infections-symptoms-2328460).\n\nThe bacteria trigger inflammation in the kidneys, causing pain in the lower back that can move around to the lower side of the abdomen. Other symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, and nausea.\n\n### 14\\. Kidney Stones\n[Kidney stones](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/calcium-oxalate-crystals-in-urine-8420065) are hard, solid objects that form crystals from certain substances that are eliminated naturally in your urine. Crystals form when your urine contains too much of a waste substance in too little liquid. Stones develop as the crystals join together with other elements and form a solid mass.\n\nKidney stones often cause pain as the stone travels through your ureter, urethra, and bladder. Symptoms include extremely severe back pain that can creep forward to your abdomen's right or left side. If you have one kidney stone, you have a higher risk of developing others either simultaneously or later.\n\n### 15\\. Pancreatitis\n[Pancreatitis](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/acute-or-chronic-pancreatitis-symptoms-and-treatments-3520426) is an inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland near your stomach and liver that makes digestive enzymes to help you absorb and digest food. Gallstones, heavy alcohol use, genetic disorders, and certain medicines can cause this condition.\n\nSymptoms of acute pancreatitis include abdominal pain, rapid heart rate, nausea, fever, and vomiting. It has the potential to be life-threatening without appropriate care.\n\n### A Note on Gender and Sex Terminology\nVerywell Health acknowledges that sex and gender are related concepts, but they are not the same.\n\n- Sex refers to biology: chromosomal makeup, hormones, and anatomy. People are most often assigned male or female at birth based on their external anatomy; some people do not fit into that sex binary and are intersex.\n- Gender describes a person's internal sense of self as a woman, man, nonbinary person, or another gender, and the associated social and cultural ideas about roles, behaviors, expressions, and characteristics.\n\nResearch studies sometimes don't use the terminology in this way. Terms that describe gender (“woman,” “man”) may be used when terms for sex (“female,” “male”) are more appropriate. To reflect our sources accurately, this article uses terms like \"female,\" \"male,\" \"woman,\" and \"man\" as the sources use them.\n## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Females\nAbdominal pain on the right side in females can often involve pelvic pain caused by problems related to the following gynecological conditions.\n\n### 1\\. Ectopic Pregnancy\nAn [ectopic pregnancy](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/ectopic-pregnancy-7546815) occurs when a fertilized egg grows outside your uterus. Almost all ectopic pregnancies occur in a fallopian tube. As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the fallopian tube to burst and cause major internal bleeding. The situation is a life-threatening emergency.\n\nAs the ectopic pregnancy grows or the fallopian tube ruptures, symptoms may include:\n\n- Sudden, severe pain in the abdomen or pelvis\n- Shoulder pain\n- Weakness\n- Dizziness\n- Fainting\n### 2\\. Endometriosis\nEndometriosis occurs when uterine lining cells travel outside the uterus and begin growing on other organs like the right ovary or fallopian tube. Swelling, bleeding, and pain on the lower right side, especially before and during the menstrual period, can occur.\n\n### 3\\. Menstrual Pain\nIt is possible to have pain in one or both ovaries on certain days during a normal menstrual cycle. Dysmenorrhea is the cramping pain that is experienced during or just before menstruation. It occurs due to the release of prostaglandins. This hormone-like substance contracts muscles in the uterus. The pain may come and go with contractions.\n\n### 4\\. Ovarian Cysts\nAn ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in either ovary. It may cause intermittent pain and discomfort on the lower right side if the cyst is located on the right ovary. Bleeding and menstrual irregularities can occur.\n\nThe most common types of ovarian cysts include follicular cysts, which form a follicle that does not release an egg during ovulation. Corpus luteum cysts develop if a normal follicle does not dissolve as intended right after ovulation.\n\n### 5\\. Ovarian Torsion\nOvarian torsion occurs when your fallopian tube, which connects your ovaries to your uterus, twists around the tissues and blood vessels and cuts off the blood supply to the organs. The most common symptom is intense lower abdominal pain, more commonly on the right side. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate care to save your ovary and reproductive organs.\n\n### 6\\. Ovulation\nOvulation pain, also called Mittelschmerz, can occur as a periodic dull ache, severe pain, or sharp cramp on the right or left side of the pelvis. It tends to happen about two weeks before the start of your period when the ovary releases the egg. While it may feel like a serious problem, it is considered normal.\n\n### 7\\. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)\n[Pelvic inflammatory disease](https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/pelvic-inflammatory-disease-pid-3133135) (PID) is inflammation and irritation of reproductive organs. It can be a complication of an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI). Pelvic inflammatory disease causes pain in your lower abdomen, an unusual discharge, irregular bleeding, and burning during urination.\n\n## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Males\nSome causes of lower right abdomen pain in males are outlined below.\n\n### 1\\. Prostatitis\nProstatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland, which is part of the reproductive system. The prostate is a small gland between the bladder and the penis. A bacterial infection causes acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis.\n\nSome types of chronic prostatitis may relate to nerve damage in the pelvic area or chemicals in urine. Pain in the lower abdomen, urinary frequency, fever, and pain during urination occur most often with bacterial prostatitis.\n\n### 2\\. Testicular Torsion\nTesticular torsion occurs when the testis twists on itself. The result kinks the blood supply that delivers oxygen necessary for the testis to survive. It happens most often to newborn boys and boys going through puberty.\n\nSymptoms include pain and swelling in the lower portion of the abdomen, though newborns usually don't have pain. It is a surgical emergency that requires immediate care.\n\n## Easing Right-Sided Abdominal Pain\nThe severity of pain is based on its duration, location, and intensity. Sudden and severe lower right abdomen pain requires a medical assessment for appropriate treatment.\n\nLess serious causes of mild lower right abdomen pain may improve with the following strategies:\n\n- Sip water or other clear liquids.\n- Avoid solid food for the first few hours of symptoms.\n- Eat small amounts of mild foods like applesauce, rice, or crackers.\n- Try antacids to relieve pain that occurs after eating.\n\nHowever, treating your condition with home remedies may delay or interfere with an accurate diagnosis. When your condition is properly diagnosed, pain medicine, antibiotics, or surgery may be necessary to relieve your pain and prevent complications.\n\n## When to See a Healthcare Provider\nSymptoms of severe abdominal conditions may start subtly before they cause severe pain and require emergency care. Don't ignore persistent right-sided pain that comes and goes. Early diagnosis and treatment can give you the best chance of preventing serious complications.\n\nConsult your healthcare provider if you have any of the following symptoms:\n\n- Abdominal pain of any intensity that lasts for more than a couple of days\n- Fever with your abdominal pain\n- Abdominal pain that goes away then returns\n- Digestive symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting that don't go away after a couple of days\n- Changes in the number of times (more or less) you usually urinate daily or burning with urination\n- Unintended weight loss\n\n### Symptoms That Require Immediate Care\nPain in the lower right abdomen should not be ignored. While it can be harmless, sudden severe pain in the lower right abdomen or pain in this area that does not improve within 30 minutes requires emergency care. You also should see a healthcare provider if you experience:\n\n- Blood in stools\n- Abnormal vaginal bleeding\n- Jaundice\n- Rapid heart rate and breathing","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Key Takeaways Lower right abdomen pain can be a sign of a serious problem like appendicitis. Seek medical help if you have severe pain, difficulty breathing, or blood in your stool. Appendicitis is an emergency that can lead to a life-threatening infection if not treated. Experiencing pain in your lower right abdomen can be alarming, as it may indicate anything from gas to a serious condition like appendicitis or a ruptured ovarian cyst. Knowing when to seek medical attention is crucial; severe or persistent pain accompanied by symptoms like fever or vomiting requires immediate care. skaman306 / Getty Images What Might be Causing Your Lower Right Abdominal Pain? Lower right abdominal pain may be acute or chronic. Acute pain appears suddenly and may worsen over time or disappear without treatment. Chronic pain persists for more than six months and can vary in intensity. Lower right abdominal pain can result from problems that range from mild to serious. Some of the most common causes of abdominal pain include the following conditions. 1. Abdominal Muscle Strain An abdominal muscle strain (pulled muscle) can occur due to: Strain Overuse Lifting Coughing A right-side muscle strain might cause soreness or pain that comes and goes with muscle use. Rest and stretching exercises can help, with healing taking up to six weeks depending on severity. 2. Appendicitis Appendicitis is an inflammation of your appendix, a fingerlike pouch located between the small and large intestines on the lower-right side of your abdomen. It can result from: Infection Tumor Blockage Inflammatory bowel disease It typically appears as an acute condition that causes sharp and sudden pain in the lower right abdomen. It can also occur as chronic pain. Acute Appendicitis Is an Emergency Appendicitis needs urgent care since an infected appendix can burst, possibly leading to peritonitis—a dangerous infection that spreads in the abdomen. Symptoms include: Appendix pain that begins near the navel and moves to the right lower abdomen Severe pain that "feels different" in the right side, or that wakes you up when sleeping Pain that worsens with time or movement, such as deep breathing or coughing Abdominal rigidity or stiffness Emergency appendicitis pain may include nausea an vomiting, fever, or abdominal swelling. If you experience this type of pain, call 911 or seek immediate medical care. 3. Constipation Constipation is when you struggle to have a bowel movement, leading to bloating and side or abdominal pain because you can't pass gas or stools. It can be acute or chronic. Factors like a low-fiber diet, dehydration, lack of exercise, and some medications can cause constipation. It may also be a symptom of another medical condition. 4. Diverticulitis Diverticulitis results from inflamed diverticula—small pouches that form in the large intestine with age. Infections occur when germs, food, or stool get trapped in these pockets. As the matter grows, it causes an infection. Your body reacts with inflammation, which is your body's natural immune response to damage and disease. Pain usually occurs suddenly and severely, though it can also occur as a mild ache that develops gradually. Between 20% and 35% of people have recurrent flare-ups following a first episode. 5. Dyspepsia Dyspepsia is commonly known as indigestion. Along with nausea and gas, it can cause abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant although the classic epigastric pain associated with dyspepsia is usually in the upper abdomen. You also can have swelling in the abdomen. Changes in diet (sometimes along with medication) often help to relieve symptoms. 6. Food Poisoning Food poisoning occurs as a result of consuming food that has been contaminated with toxic substances, bacteria, or other germs. The pathogens release toxins that cause diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and headache. These symptoms can also include abdominal pain and cramps. Dehydration is a common complication, but serious issues like kidney damage are more rare. 7. Gallstones Gallstones are hard pieces of solid material that form in your gallbladder. The stones are usually made of cholesterol or the digestive juice called bile. When gallstones block your bile ducts, they can lead to life-threatening infections of the bile ducts, pancreas, or liver. Gallstones can cause various symptoms, including: Steady, severe pain in your abdomen Pain in your back Pain in your right shoulder Jaundice Nausea Some people have pain that comes after eating and then disappears. You usually will not experience symptoms of gallstones until they become large and the stones begin to block your bile ducts. See a healthcare provider if pain lasts more than five hours or if you have a fever. 8. Gastroenteritis Gastroenteritis—or the stomach flu—is an infection of your intestines that typically causes: Abdominal pain or cramping Diarrhea Nausea Vomiting Sometimes fever also occurs. The condition is acute. It usually lasts less than a week and improves without treatment, though staying hydrated is key and over-the-counter medications can help. Some people may need antibiotics or prescription medications. 9. Hepatitis Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. Viruses, toxins, heavy alcohol use, and certain medications can cause hepatitis. Symptoms include: Abdominal pain Dark urine Light-colored stools Joint pain Jaundice Fever Symptoms of acute infections can occur from two weeks to six months after exposure. It can take decades for symptoms of chronic viral hepatitis to develop. 10. Inguinal Hernia An inguinal hernia occurs in a part of the lower abdominal wall called the inguinal canals, which exist on each side of your groin. An inguinal hernia occurs when the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. It is more likely to form on the right side than on the left. Symptoms include a bulge in the groin and pain or burning on the affected side. Pain may worsen when you lift, cough, or strain. Inguinal hernias occur more often in males (lifetime risk of 27%) than in females (lifetime risk of 3%). 11. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) describes conditions that include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. These two chronic disorders cause inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to: Bowel changes Persistent diarrhea Periodic abdominal pain Symptoms of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can become worse over time. Without treatment, they can cause problems throughout your body. 12. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that results in abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea. While the cause is unknown, having a previous bowel infection or an overgrowth of bad gut bacteria may increase your risk of IBS. IBS can cause recurring belly pain with bowel movements. Changes in the appearance of bowel movements, stool consistency, gas, or bloating can also occur. 13. Kidney Infection A kidney infection, called pyelonephritis, occurs when bacteria from your bladder move up into your kidneys. It is common to get a kidney infection if you have a urinary tract infection (UTI) . The bacteria trigger inflammation in the kidneys, causing pain in the lower back that can move around to the lower side of the abdomen. Other symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, and nausea. 14. Kidney Stones Kidney stones are hard, solid objects that form crystals from certain substances that are eliminated naturally in your urine. Crystals form when your urine contains too much of a waste substance in too little liquid. Stones develop as the crystals join together with other elements and form a solid mass. Kidney stones often cause pain as the stone travels through your ureter, urethra, and bladder. Symptoms include extremely severe back pain that can creep forward to your abdomen's right or left side. If you have one kidney stone, you have a higher risk of developing others either simultaneously or later. 15. Pancreatitis Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland near your stomach and liver that makes digestive enzymes to help you absorb and digest food. Gallstones, heavy alcohol use, genetic disorders, and certain medicines can cause this condition. Symptoms of acute pancreatitis include abdominal pain, rapid heart rate, nausea, fever, and vomiting. It has the potential to be life-threatening without appropriate care. A Note on Gender and Sex Terminology Verywell Health acknowledges that sex and gender are related concepts, but they are not the same. Sex refers to biology: chromosomal makeup, hormones, and anatomy. People are most often assigned male or female at birth based on their external anatomy; some people do not fit into that sex binary and are intersex. Gender describes a person's internal sense of self as a woman, man, nonbinary person, or another gender, and the associated social and cultural ideas about roles, behaviors, expressions, and characteristics. Research studies sometimes don't use the terminology in this way. Terms that describe gender (“woman,” “man”) may be used when terms for sex (“female,” “male”) are more appropriate. To reflect our sources accurately, this article uses terms like "female," "male," "woman," and "man" as the sources use them. Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Females Abdominal pain on the right side in females can often involve pelvic pain caused by problems related to the following gynecological conditions. 1. Ectopic Pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg grows outside your uterus. Almost all ectopic pregnancies occur in a fallopian tube. As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the fallopian tube to burst and cause major internal bleeding. The situation is a life-threatening emergency. As the ectopic pregnancy grows or the fallopian tube ruptures, symptoms may include: Sudden, severe pain in the abdomen or pelvis Shoulder pain Weakness Dizziness Fainting 2. Endometriosis Endometriosis occurs when uterine lining cells travel outside the uterus and begin growing on other organs like the right ovary or fallopian tube. Swelling, bleeding, and pain on the lower right side, especially before and during the menstrual period, can occur. 3. Menstrual Pain It is possible to have pain in one or both ovaries on certain days during a normal menstrual cycle. Dysmenorrhea is the cramping pain that is experienced during or just before menstruation. It occurs due to the release of prostaglandins. This hormone-like substance contracts muscles in the uterus. The pain may come and go with contractions. 4. Ovarian Cysts An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in either ovary. It may cause intermittent pain and discomfort on the lower right side if the cyst is located on the right ovary. Bleeding and menstrual irregularities can occur. The most common types of ovarian cysts include follicular cysts, which form a follicle that does not release an egg during ovulation. Corpus luteum cysts develop if a normal follicle does not dissolve as intended right after ovulation. 5. Ovarian Torsion Ovarian torsion occurs when your fallopian tube, which connects your ovaries to your uterus, twists around the tissues and blood vessels and cuts off the blood supply to the organs. The most common symptom is intense lower abdominal pain, more commonly on the right side. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate care to save your ovary and reproductive organs. 6. Ovulation Ovulation pain, also called Mittelschmerz, can occur as a periodic dull ache, severe pain, or sharp cramp on the right or left side of the pelvis. It tends to happen about two weeks before the start of your period when the ovary releases the egg. While it may feel like a serious problem, it is considered normal. 7. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is inflammation and irritation of reproductive organs. It can be a complication of an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI). Pelvic inflammatory disease causes pain in your lower abdomen, an unusual discharge, irregular bleeding, and burning during urination. Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Males Some causes of lower right abdomen pain in males are outlined below. 1. Prostatitis Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland, which is part of the reproductive system. The prostate is a small gland between the bladder and the penis. A bacterial infection causes acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis. Some types of chronic prostatitis may relate to nerve damage in the pelvic area or chemicals in urine. Pain in the lower abdomen, urinary frequency, fever, and pain during urination occur most often with bacterial prostatitis. 2. Testicular Torsion Testicular torsion occurs when the testis twists on itself. The result kinks the blood supply that delivers oxygen necessary for the testis to survive. It happens most often to newborn boys and boys going through puberty. Symptoms include pain and swelling in the lower portion of the abdomen, though newborns usually don't have pain. It is a surgical emergency that requires immediate care. Easing Right-Sided Abdominal Pain The severity of pain is based on its duration, location, and intensity. Sudden and severe lower right abdomen pain requires a medical assessment for appropriate treatment. Less serious causes of mild lower right abdomen pain may improve with the following strategies: Sip water or other clear liquids. Avoid solid food for the first few hours of symptoms. Eat small amounts of mild foods like applesauce, rice, or crackers. Try antacids to relieve pain that occurs after eating. However, treating your condition with home remedies may delay or interfere with an accurate diagnosis. When your condition is properly diagnosed, pain medicine, antibiotics, or surgery may be necessary to relieve your pain and prevent complications. When to See a Healthcare Provider Symptoms of severe abdominal conditions may start subtly before they cause severe pain and require emergency care. Don't ignore persistent right-sided pain that comes and goes. Early diagnosis and treatment can give you the best chance of preventing serious complications. Consult your healthcare provider if you have any of the following symptoms: Abdominal pain of any intensity that lasts for more than a couple of days Fever with your abdominal pain Abdominal pain that goes away then returns Digestive symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting that don't go away after a couple of days Changes in the number of times (more or less) you usually urinate daily or burning with urination Unintended weight loss Symptoms That Require Immediate Care Pain in the lower right abdomen should not be ignored. While it can be harmless, sudden severe pain in the lower right abdomen or pain in this area that does not improve within 30 minutes requires emergency care. You also should see a healthcare provider if you experience: Blood in stools Abnormal vaginal bleeding Jaundice Rapid heart rate and breathing
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By [Anna Giorgi](https://www.verywellhealth.com/anna-giorgi-5217247) Updated on February 19, 2026 Medically reviewed by [Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhD](https://www.verywellhealth.com/isabel-casimiro-5216281) Table of Contents View All Table of Contents - [Common Causes](https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-what-might-be-causing-your-lower-right-abdominal-pain) - [Pain in Females](https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-lower-right-abdominal-pain-in-females) - [Pain in Males](https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-lower-right-abdominal-pain-in-males) - [Easing Pain](https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-easing-right-sided-abdominal-pain) - [When to See a Provider](https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-right-abdomen-pain-7098828#toc-when-to-see-a-healthcare-provider) ### Key Takeaways - Lower right abdomen pain can be a sign of a serious problem like appendicitis. - Seek medical help if you have severe pain, difficulty breathing, or blood in your stool. - Appendicitis is an emergency that can lead to a life-threatening infection if not treated. Experiencing pain in your lower right abdomen can be alarming, as it may indicate anything from gas to a serious condition like appendicitis or a ruptured ovarian cyst. Knowing when to seek medical attention is crucial; severe or persistent pain accompanied by symptoms like fever or vomiting requires immediate care. ![person laying on bed]() ![person laying on bed](https://www.verywellhealth.com/thmb/ZtxxH7fs31fb7441OyVIkiKoxEk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/GettyImages-926485732-4275fef20a574262b8b53f3b1be32d52.jpg) skaman306 / Getty Images ## What Might be Causing Your Lower Right Abdominal Pain? [Lower right abdominal pain](https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-abdominal-pain-5184279) may be acute or chronic. Acute pain appears suddenly and may worsen over time or disappear without treatment. Chronic pain persists for more than six months and can vary in intensity. Lower right abdominal pain can result from problems that range from mild to serious. Some of the most common causes of abdominal pain include the following conditions. ### 1\. Abdominal Muscle Strain An abdominal muscle strain (pulled muscle) can occur due to: - Strain - Overuse - Lifting - Coughing A right-side muscle strain might cause soreness or pain that comes and goes with muscle use. Rest and stretching exercises can help, with healing taking up to six weeks depending on severity. ### 2\. Appendicitis [Appendicitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-appendicitis-7093376) is an inflammation of your appendix, a fingerlike pouch located between the small and large intestines on the lower-right side of your abdomen. It can result from: - Infection - Tumor - Blockage - Inflammatory bowel disease It typically appears as an acute condition that causes sharp and sudden pain in the lower right abdomen. It can also occur as chronic pain. ### Acute Appendicitis Is an Emergency Appendicitis needs urgent care since an infected appendix can burst, possibly leading to peritonitis—a dangerous infection that spreads in the abdomen. Symptoms include: - Appendix pain that begins near the navel and moves to the right lower abdomen - Severe pain that "feels different" in the right side, or that wakes you up when sleeping - Pain that worsens with time or movement, such as deep breathing or coughing - Abdominal rigidity or stiffness Emergency appendicitis pain may include nausea an vomiting, fever, or abdominal swelling. If you experience this type of pain, call 911 or seek immediate medical care. ### 3\. Constipation Constipation is when you struggle to have a bowel movement, leading to bloating and side or abdominal pain because you can't pass gas or stools. It can be acute or chronic. Factors like a low-fiber diet, dehydration, lack of exercise, and some medications can cause constipation. It may also be a symptom of another medical condition. ### 4\. Diverticulitis [Diverticulitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/diverticulitis-signs-symptoms-and-complications-4163951) results from inflamed diverticula—small pouches that form in the large intestine with age. Infections occur when germs, food, or stool get trapped in these pockets. As the matter grows, it causes an infection. Your body reacts with inflammation, which is your body's natural immune response to damage and disease. Pain usually occurs suddenly and severely, though it can also occur as a mild ache that develops gradually. Between 20% and 35% of people have recurrent flare-ups following a first episode. ### 5\. Dyspepsia Dyspepsia is commonly known as indigestion. Along with nausea and gas, it can cause abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant although the classic epigastric pain associated with dyspepsia is usually in the upper abdomen. You also can have swelling in the abdomen. Changes in diet (sometimes along with medication) often help to relieve symptoms. ### 6\. Food Poisoning Food poisoning occurs as a result of consuming food that has been contaminated with toxic substances, bacteria, or other germs. The pathogens release toxins that cause diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and headache. These symptoms can also include abdominal pain and cramps. Dehydration is a common complication, but serious issues like kidney damage are more rare. ### 7\. Gallstones [Gallstones](https://www.verywellhealth.com/gallbladder-disease-7152091) are hard pieces of solid material that form in your gallbladder. The stones are usually made of cholesterol or the digestive juice called bile. When gallstones block your bile ducts, they can lead to life-threatening infections of the bile ducts, pancreas, or liver. Gallstones can cause various symptoms, including: - Steady, severe pain in your abdomen - Pain in your back - Pain in your right shoulder - Jaundice - Nausea Some people have pain that comes after eating and then disappears. You usually will not experience symptoms of gallstones until they become large and the stones begin to block your bile ducts. See a healthcare provider if pain lasts more than five hours or if you have a fever. ### 8\. Gastroenteritis Gastroenteritis—or the stomach flu—is an infection of your intestines that typically causes: - Abdominal pain or cramping - Diarrhea - Nausea - Vomiting Sometimes fever also occurs. The condition is acute. It usually lasts less than a week and improves without treatment, though staying hydrated is key and over-the-counter medications can help. Some people may need antibiotics or prescription medications. ### 9\. Hepatitis [Hepatitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/hepatitis-7484113) is inflammation of the liver. Viruses, toxins, heavy alcohol use, and certain medications can cause hepatitis. Symptoms include: - Abdominal pain - Dark urine - Light-colored stools - Joint pain - Jaundice - Fever Symptoms of acute infections can occur from two weeks to six months after exposure. It can take decades for symptoms of chronic viral hepatitis to develop. ### 10\. Inguinal Hernia An inguinal hernia occurs in a part of the lower abdominal wall called the inguinal canals, which exist on each side of your groin. An inguinal hernia occurs when the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. It is more likely to form on the right side than on the left. Symptoms include a bulge in the groin and pain or burning on the affected side. Pain may worsen when you lift, cough, or strain. Inguinal hernias occur more often in males (lifetime risk of 27%) than in females (lifetime risk of 3%). ### 11\. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) [Inflammatory bowel disease](https://www.verywellhealth.com/ibd-symptoms-1942663) (IBD) describes conditions that include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. These two chronic disorders cause inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to: - Bowel changes - Persistent diarrhea - Periodic abdominal pain Symptoms of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can become worse over time. Without treatment, they can cause problems throughout your body. ### 12\. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that results in abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea. While the cause is unknown, having a previous bowel infection or an overgrowth of bad gut bacteria may increase your risk of IBS. IBS can cause recurring belly pain with bowel movements. Changes in the appearance of bowel movements, stool consistency, gas, or bloating can also occur. ### 13\. Kidney Infection A kidney infection, called pyelonephritis, occurs when bacteria from your bladder move up into your kidneys. It is common to get a kidney infection if you have a [urinary tract infection (UTI)](https://www.verywellhealth.com/urinary-tract-infections-symptoms-2328460). The bacteria trigger inflammation in the kidneys, causing pain in the lower back that can move around to the lower side of the abdomen. Other symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, and nausea. ### 14\. Kidney Stones [Kidney stones](https://www.verywellhealth.com/calcium-oxalate-crystals-in-urine-8420065) are hard, solid objects that form crystals from certain substances that are eliminated naturally in your urine. Crystals form when your urine contains too much of a waste substance in too little liquid. Stones develop as the crystals join together with other elements and form a solid mass. Kidney stones often cause pain as the stone travels through your ureter, urethra, and bladder. Symptoms include extremely severe back pain that can creep forward to your abdomen's right or left side. If you have one kidney stone, you have a higher risk of developing others either simultaneously or later. ### 15\. Pancreatitis [Pancreatitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/acute-or-chronic-pancreatitis-symptoms-and-treatments-3520426) is an inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland near your stomach and liver that makes digestive enzymes to help you absorb and digest food. Gallstones, heavy alcohol use, genetic disorders, and certain medicines can cause this condition. Symptoms of acute pancreatitis include abdominal pain, rapid heart rate, nausea, fever, and vomiting. It has the potential to be life-threatening without appropriate care. ### A Note on Gender and Sex Terminology Verywell Health acknowledges that sex and gender are related concepts, but they are not the same. - Sex refers to biology: chromosomal makeup, hormones, and anatomy. People are most often assigned male or female at birth based on their external anatomy; some people do not fit into that sex binary and are intersex. - Gender describes a person's internal sense of self as a woman, man, nonbinary person, or another gender, and the associated social and cultural ideas about roles, behaviors, expressions, and characteristics. Research studies sometimes don't use the terminology in this way. Terms that describe gender (“woman,” “man”) may be used when terms for sex (“female,” “male”) are more appropriate. To reflect our sources accurately, this article uses terms like "female," "male," "woman," and "man" as the sources use them. ## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Females Abdominal pain on the right side in females can often involve pelvic pain caused by problems related to the following gynecological conditions. ### 1\. Ectopic Pregnancy An [ectopic pregnancy](https://www.verywellhealth.com/ectopic-pregnancy-7546815) occurs when a fertilized egg grows outside your uterus. Almost all ectopic pregnancies occur in a fallopian tube. As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the fallopian tube to burst and cause major internal bleeding. The situation is a life-threatening emergency. As the ectopic pregnancy grows or the fallopian tube ruptures, symptoms may include: - Sudden, severe pain in the abdomen or pelvis - Shoulder pain - Weakness - Dizziness - Fainting ### 2\. Endometriosis Endometriosis occurs when uterine lining cells travel outside the uterus and begin growing on other organs like the right ovary or fallopian tube. Swelling, bleeding, and pain on the lower right side, especially before and during the menstrual period, can occur. ### 3\. Menstrual Pain It is possible to have pain in one or both ovaries on certain days during a normal menstrual cycle. Dysmenorrhea is the cramping pain that is experienced during or just before menstruation. It occurs due to the release of prostaglandins. This hormone-like substance contracts muscles in the uterus. The pain may come and go with contractions. ### 4\. Ovarian Cysts An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in either ovary. It may cause intermittent pain and discomfort on the lower right side if the cyst is located on the right ovary. Bleeding and menstrual irregularities can occur. The most common types of ovarian cysts include follicular cysts, which form a follicle that does not release an egg during ovulation. Corpus luteum cysts develop if a normal follicle does not dissolve as intended right after ovulation. ### 5\. Ovarian Torsion Ovarian torsion occurs when your fallopian tube, which connects your ovaries to your uterus, twists around the tissues and blood vessels and cuts off the blood supply to the organs. The most common symptom is intense lower abdominal pain, more commonly on the right side. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate care to save your ovary and reproductive organs. ### 6\. Ovulation Ovulation pain, also called Mittelschmerz, can occur as a periodic dull ache, severe pain, or sharp cramp on the right or left side of the pelvis. It tends to happen about two weeks before the start of your period when the ovary releases the egg. While it may feel like a serious problem, it is considered normal. ### 7\. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) [Pelvic inflammatory disease](https://www.verywellhealth.com/pelvic-inflammatory-disease-pid-3133135) (PID) is inflammation and irritation of reproductive organs. It can be a complication of an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI). Pelvic inflammatory disease causes pain in your lower abdomen, an unusual discharge, irregular bleeding, and burning during urination. ## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Males Some causes of lower right abdomen pain in males are outlined below. ### 1\. Prostatitis Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland, which is part of the reproductive system. The prostate is a small gland between the bladder and the penis. A bacterial infection causes acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis. Some types of chronic prostatitis may relate to nerve damage in the pelvic area or chemicals in urine. Pain in the lower abdomen, urinary frequency, fever, and pain during urination occur most often with bacterial prostatitis. ### 2\. Testicular Torsion Testicular torsion occurs when the testis twists on itself. The result kinks the blood supply that delivers oxygen necessary for the testis to survive. It happens most often to newborn boys and boys going through puberty. Symptoms include pain and swelling in the lower portion of the abdomen, though newborns usually don't have pain. It is a surgical emergency that requires immediate care. ## Easing Right-Sided Abdominal Pain The severity of pain is based on its duration, location, and intensity. Sudden and severe lower right abdomen pain requires a medical assessment for appropriate treatment. Less serious causes of mild lower right abdomen pain may improve with the following strategies: - Sip water or other clear liquids. - Avoid solid food for the first few hours of symptoms. - Eat small amounts of mild foods like applesauce, rice, or crackers. - Try antacids to relieve pain that occurs after eating. However, treating your condition with home remedies may delay or interfere with an accurate diagnosis. When your condition is properly diagnosed, pain medicine, antibiotics, or surgery may be necessary to relieve your pain and prevent complications. ## When to See a Healthcare Provider Symptoms of severe abdominal conditions may start subtly before they cause severe pain and require emergency care. Don't ignore persistent right-sided pain that comes and goes. Early diagnosis and treatment can give you the best chance of preventing serious complications. Consult your healthcare provider if you have any of the following symptoms: - Abdominal pain of any intensity that lasts for more than a couple of days - Fever with your abdominal pain - Abdominal pain that goes away then returns - Digestive symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting that don't go away after a couple of days - Changes in the number of times (more or less) you usually urinate daily or burning with urination - Unintended weight loss ### Symptoms That Require Immediate Care Pain in the lower right abdomen should not be ignored. While it can be harmless, sudden severe pain in the lower right abdomen or pain in this area that does not improve within 30 minutes requires emergency care. 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Readable Markdown	### Key Takeaways - Lower right abdomen pain can be a sign of a serious problem like appendicitis. - Seek medical help if you have severe pain, difficulty breathing, or blood in your stool. - Appendicitis is an emergency that can lead to a life-threatening infection if not treated. Experiencing pain in your lower right abdomen can be alarming, as it may indicate anything from gas to a serious condition like appendicitis or a ruptured ovarian cyst. Knowing when to seek medical attention is crucial; severe or persistent pain accompanied by symptoms like fever or vomiting requires immediate care. skaman306 / Getty Images ## What Might be Causing Your Lower Right Abdominal Pain? [Lower right abdominal pain](https://www.verywellhealth.com/lower-abdominal-pain-5184279) may be acute or chronic. Acute pain appears suddenly and may worsen over time or disappear without treatment. Chronic pain persists for more than six months and can vary in intensity. Lower right abdominal pain can result from problems that range from mild to serious. Some of the most common causes of abdominal pain include the following conditions. ### 1\. Abdominal Muscle Strain An abdominal muscle strain (pulled muscle) can occur due to: - Strain - Overuse - Lifting - Coughing A right-side muscle strain might cause soreness or pain that comes and goes with muscle use. Rest and stretching exercises can help, with healing taking up to six weeks depending on severity. ### 2\. Appendicitis [Appendicitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-appendicitis-7093376) is an inflammation of your appendix, a fingerlike pouch located between the small and large intestines on the lower-right side of your abdomen. It can result from: - Infection - Tumor - Blockage - Inflammatory bowel disease It typically appears as an acute condition that causes sharp and sudden pain in the lower right abdomen. It can also occur as chronic pain. ### Acute Appendicitis Is an Emergency Appendicitis needs urgent care since an infected appendix can burst, possibly leading to peritonitis—a dangerous infection that spreads in the abdomen. Symptoms include: - Appendix pain that begins near the navel and moves to the right lower abdomen - Severe pain that "feels different" in the right side, or that wakes you up when sleeping - Pain that worsens with time or movement, such as deep breathing or coughing - Abdominal rigidity or stiffness Emergency appendicitis pain may include nausea an vomiting, fever, or abdominal swelling. If you experience this type of pain, call 911 or seek immediate medical care. ### 3\. Constipation Constipation is when you struggle to have a bowel movement, leading to bloating and side or abdominal pain because you can't pass gas or stools. It can be acute or chronic. Factors like a low-fiber diet, dehydration, lack of exercise, and some medications can cause constipation. It may also be a symptom of another medical condition. ### 4\. Diverticulitis [Diverticulitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/diverticulitis-signs-symptoms-and-complications-4163951) results from inflamed diverticula—small pouches that form in the large intestine with age. Infections occur when germs, food, or stool get trapped in these pockets. As the matter grows, it causes an infection. Your body reacts with inflammation, which is your body's natural immune response to damage and disease. Pain usually occurs suddenly and severely, though it can also occur as a mild ache that develops gradually. Between 20% and 35% of people have recurrent flare-ups following a first episode. ### 5\. Dyspepsia Dyspepsia is commonly known as indigestion. Along with nausea and gas, it can cause abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant although the classic epigastric pain associated with dyspepsia is usually in the upper abdomen. You also can have swelling in the abdomen. Changes in diet (sometimes along with medication) often help to relieve symptoms. ### 6\. Food Poisoning Food poisoning occurs as a result of consuming food that has been contaminated with toxic substances, bacteria, or other germs. The pathogens release toxins that cause diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and headache. These symptoms can also include abdominal pain and cramps. Dehydration is a common complication, but serious issues like kidney damage are more rare. ### 7\. Gallstones [Gallstones](https://www.verywellhealth.com/gallbladder-disease-7152091) are hard pieces of solid material that form in your gallbladder. The stones are usually made of cholesterol or the digestive juice called bile. When gallstones block your bile ducts, they can lead to life-threatening infections of the bile ducts, pancreas, or liver. Gallstones can cause various symptoms, including: - Steady, severe pain in your abdomen - Pain in your back - Pain in your right shoulder - Jaundice - Nausea Some people have pain that comes after eating and then disappears. You usually will not experience symptoms of gallstones until they become large and the stones begin to block your bile ducts. See a healthcare provider if pain lasts more than five hours or if you have a fever. ### 8\. Gastroenteritis Gastroenteritis—or the stomach flu—is an infection of your intestines that typically causes: - Abdominal pain or cramping - Diarrhea - Nausea - Vomiting Sometimes fever also occurs. The condition is acute. It usually lasts less than a week and improves without treatment, though staying hydrated is key and over-the-counter medications can help. Some people may need antibiotics or prescription medications. ### 9\. Hepatitis [Hepatitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/hepatitis-7484113) is inflammation of the liver. Viruses, toxins, heavy alcohol use, and certain medications can cause hepatitis. Symptoms include: - Abdominal pain - Dark urine - Light-colored stools - Joint pain - Jaundice - Fever Symptoms of acute infections can occur from two weeks to six months after exposure. It can take decades for symptoms of chronic viral hepatitis to develop. ### 10\. Inguinal Hernia An inguinal hernia occurs in a part of the lower abdominal wall called the inguinal canals, which exist on each side of your groin. An inguinal hernia occurs when the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. It is more likely to form on the right side than on the left. Symptoms include a bulge in the groin and pain or burning on the affected side. Pain may worsen when you lift, cough, or strain. Inguinal hernias occur more often in males (lifetime risk of 27%) than in females (lifetime risk of 3%). ### 11\. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) [Inflammatory bowel disease](https://www.verywellhealth.com/ibd-symptoms-1942663) (IBD) describes conditions that include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. These two chronic disorders cause inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to: - Bowel changes - Persistent diarrhea - Periodic abdominal pain Symptoms of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can become worse over time. Without treatment, they can cause problems throughout your body. ### 12\. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that results in abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea. While the cause is unknown, having a previous bowel infection or an overgrowth of bad gut bacteria may increase your risk of IBS. IBS can cause recurring belly pain with bowel movements. Changes in the appearance of bowel movements, stool consistency, gas, or bloating can also occur. ### 13\. Kidney Infection A kidney infection, called pyelonephritis, occurs when bacteria from your bladder move up into your kidneys. It is common to get a kidney infection if you have a [urinary tract infection (UTI)](https://www.verywellhealth.com/urinary-tract-infections-symptoms-2328460). The bacteria trigger inflammation in the kidneys, causing pain in the lower back that can move around to the lower side of the abdomen. Other symptoms include fever, chills, vomiting, and nausea. ### 14\. Kidney Stones [Kidney stones](https://www.verywellhealth.com/calcium-oxalate-crystals-in-urine-8420065) are hard, solid objects that form crystals from certain substances that are eliminated naturally in your urine. Crystals form when your urine contains too much of a waste substance in too little liquid. Stones develop as the crystals join together with other elements and form a solid mass. Kidney stones often cause pain as the stone travels through your ureter, urethra, and bladder. Symptoms include extremely severe back pain that can creep forward to your abdomen's right or left side. If you have one kidney stone, you have a higher risk of developing others either simultaneously or later. ### 15\. Pancreatitis [Pancreatitis](https://www.verywellhealth.com/acute-or-chronic-pancreatitis-symptoms-and-treatments-3520426) is an inflammation of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland near your stomach and liver that makes digestive enzymes to help you absorb and digest food. Gallstones, heavy alcohol use, genetic disorders, and certain medicines can cause this condition. Symptoms of acute pancreatitis include abdominal pain, rapid heart rate, nausea, fever, and vomiting. It has the potential to be life-threatening without appropriate care. ### A Note on Gender and Sex Terminology Verywell Health acknowledges that sex and gender are related concepts, but they are not the same. - Sex refers to biology: chromosomal makeup, hormones, and anatomy. People are most often assigned male or female at birth based on their external anatomy; some people do not fit into that sex binary and are intersex. - Gender describes a person's internal sense of self as a woman, man, nonbinary person, or another gender, and the associated social and cultural ideas about roles, behaviors, expressions, and characteristics. Research studies sometimes don't use the terminology in this way. Terms that describe gender (“woman,” “man”) may be used when terms for sex (“female,” “male”) are more appropriate. To reflect our sources accurately, this article uses terms like "female," "male," "woman," and "man" as the sources use them. ## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Females Abdominal pain on the right side in females can often involve pelvic pain caused by problems related to the following gynecological conditions. ### 1\. Ectopic Pregnancy An [ectopic pregnancy](https://www.verywellhealth.com/ectopic-pregnancy-7546815) occurs when a fertilized egg grows outside your uterus. Almost all ectopic pregnancies occur in a fallopian tube. As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the fallopian tube to burst and cause major internal bleeding. The situation is a life-threatening emergency. As the ectopic pregnancy grows or the fallopian tube ruptures, symptoms may include: - Sudden, severe pain in the abdomen or pelvis - Shoulder pain - Weakness - Dizziness - Fainting ### 2\. Endometriosis Endometriosis occurs when uterine lining cells travel outside the uterus and begin growing on other organs like the right ovary or fallopian tube. Swelling, bleeding, and pain on the lower right side, especially before and during the menstrual period, can occur. ### 3\. Menstrual Pain It is possible to have pain in one or both ovaries on certain days during a normal menstrual cycle. Dysmenorrhea is the cramping pain that is experienced during or just before menstruation. It occurs due to the release of prostaglandins. This hormone-like substance contracts muscles in the uterus. The pain may come and go with contractions. ### 4\. Ovarian Cysts An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in either ovary. It may cause intermittent pain and discomfort on the lower right side if the cyst is located on the right ovary. Bleeding and menstrual irregularities can occur. The most common types of ovarian cysts include follicular cysts, which form a follicle that does not release an egg during ovulation. Corpus luteum cysts develop if a normal follicle does not dissolve as intended right after ovulation. ### 5\. Ovarian Torsion Ovarian torsion occurs when your fallopian tube, which connects your ovaries to your uterus, twists around the tissues and blood vessels and cuts off the blood supply to the organs. The most common symptom is intense lower abdominal pain, more commonly on the right side. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate care to save your ovary and reproductive organs. ### 6\. Ovulation Ovulation pain, also called Mittelschmerz, can occur as a periodic dull ache, severe pain, or sharp cramp on the right or left side of the pelvis. It tends to happen about two weeks before the start of your period when the ovary releases the egg. While it may feel like a serious problem, it is considered normal. ### 7\. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) [Pelvic inflammatory disease](https://www.verywellhealth.com/pelvic-inflammatory-disease-pid-3133135) (PID) is inflammation and irritation of reproductive organs. It can be a complication of an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI). Pelvic inflammatory disease causes pain in your lower abdomen, an unusual discharge, irregular bleeding, and burning during urination. ## Lower Right Abdominal Pain in Males Some causes of lower right abdomen pain in males are outlined below. ### 1\. Prostatitis Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland, which is part of the reproductive system. The prostate is a small gland between the bladder and the penis. A bacterial infection causes acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis. Some types of chronic prostatitis may relate to nerve damage in the pelvic area or chemicals in urine. Pain in the lower abdomen, urinary frequency, fever, and pain during urination occur most often with bacterial prostatitis. ### 2\. Testicular Torsion Testicular torsion occurs when the testis twists on itself. The result kinks the blood supply that delivers oxygen necessary for the testis to survive. It happens most often to newborn boys and boys going through puberty. Symptoms include pain and swelling in the lower portion of the abdomen, though newborns usually don't have pain. It is a surgical emergency that requires immediate care. ## Easing Right-Sided Abdominal Pain The severity of pain is based on its duration, location, and intensity. Sudden and severe lower right abdomen pain requires a medical assessment for appropriate treatment. Less serious causes of mild lower right abdomen pain may improve with the following strategies: - Sip water or other clear liquids. - Avoid solid food for the first few hours of symptoms. - Eat small amounts of mild foods like applesauce, rice, or crackers. - Try antacids to relieve pain that occurs after eating. However, treating your condition with home remedies may delay or interfere with an accurate diagnosis. When your condition is properly diagnosed, pain medicine, antibiotics, or surgery may be necessary to relieve your pain and prevent complications. ## When to See a Healthcare Provider Symptoms of severe abdominal conditions may start subtly before they cause severe pain and require emergency care. Don't ignore persistent right-sided pain that comes and goes. Early diagnosis and treatment can give you the best chance of preventing serious complications. Consult your healthcare provider if you have any of the following symptoms: - Abdominal pain of any intensity that lasts for more than a couple of days - Fever with your abdominal pain - Abdominal pain that goes away then returns - Digestive symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting that don't go away after a couple of days - Changes in the number of times (more or less) you usually urinate daily or burning with urination - Unintended weight loss ### Symptoms That Require Immediate Care Pain in the lower right abdomen should not be ignored. While it can be harmless, sudden severe pain in the lower right abdomen or pain in this area that does not improve within 30 minutes requires emergency care. You also should see a healthcare provider if you experience: - Blood in stools - Abnormal vaginal bleeding - Jaundice - Rapid heart rate and breathing
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