What does it mean if you're getting sharp pains in the lower right region of your stomach? appendicitis?

Question

The pain does not just stay there. it comes for like 5 to 8 seconds, then it goes away

Answer 1

Pain in the lower right abdomen is one of many symptoms of appendicitis. The area has relatively few anatomical structures - the ileo-cecal junction is the most prominent - it's where your small intestine meets the colon (large intestine). What you describe is typical of an issue there rather than with the appendix - however - without a thorough 'look see' it is impossible to tell. If this is something that occurs frequently and consistently - it would be best to be seen by your Dr. Blood work, and a physical exam can help discover what's up. It could be something as simple as gas, or something as complicated as a tumor or appendicitis. Usually - the 3 day test is best to determine if its viral/bacterial/gas versus something structurally abnormal (occlusion/tumor/appendix). On a separate note - it could have nothing to do with your intestines at all and could be related to ovaries/fallopian tubes/uterus in either PID, adhesions, tipped uterus, ectopic pg, etc. Bottom line is - if it's persistent and accompanies other things like a fever, pain elsewhere, bleeding either menstrual or fecal - get thee to a licensed practitioner. Good luck.

Answer 2

More than likely the pain you are feeling, and its location, might suggest you have an ovarian cyst. Usually vomiting and excruciating pain comes with appendicitis. The stomach is located directly below the sternum, and your pain isn't there. Your pain is located in your lower right quadrum, suggesting to me a cyst. Your appendix is located directly below your last rib, which is also not where your pain is. The cyst will either rupture on its own and you'll feel better, or it will continue to grow causing problems that may require surgery. Go to an ob / gyn and get examined. By feeling around inside, the doctor can tell you exactly what it is. Good luck to you.

Answer 3

there is a long list of RLQ (right lower quadrant pain). Appendicitis is in that list. If you are nauseated, vomiting, can't think of eating, and running a fever, go to the nearest E.R. Don't ignore the pain. Better to be safe, than sorry.