Suggest medication for lower quadrant pain on removal of gallbladder
Patient: A little over a year ago i had my gallbladder taken out it was sudden and very painful but since then i have had pain in my right lower quadrant pain, I am an alcoholic and I quit drinking for four months to see if that took care of the pain but it didnt the pain is sensitive to the touch and a dull ache and when i bend a certain way it feels like it is pinching or tearing something. I use Ibuprofen for the pain and tylenol but nothing seems to help. Can you tell me anything about what might be going on? Doctor: hi.noted history of cholecystectomy and occurence of right lower quadrant pain. it may be a radiating post-operative pain, but other causes such as muscular strain, infection (diverticulitis), obstruction (possibly new lesions), appendicitis, ileitis must also be ruled-out. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a gastroenterologist or a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. diagnostics (such as ultrasound, ct-scan, blood counts, etc.) and management (medical and/or surgical if indications are found) will be directed accordingly.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye