RUQ pain refers to the right shoulder pain with the pleuritic component. In most cases, aminotransferases are normal or slightly increased. The most frequent symptoms are fever and abdominal discomfort. Diabetes, underlying hepatobiliary or pancreatic illness, or a liver transplant are all risk factors.
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I have RUQ pain and did an ultrasound abdomen. Is there an abnormality in my gallbladder?
Query: Hello doctor, I did an ultrasound abdomen. I want to know if there is an abnormality in the Gallbladder. I have had right upper quadrant pain (RUQ) pain for two months, and it has worsened over the last weeks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based upon the single camera image of the gallbladder provided to me, your gallbladder looks normal (even though it is difficult to make a diagnosis based on a single image). Right upper quadrant (RUQ) or right upper quadrant pain can be caused by a pathology in the l... Read Full »