prompt: I have been having this constant pain on my right side for the past few months. Initially, it was around my rib cage area but now, it has spread to my back as well. Sometimes, it even travels down towards my hips. I am not sure if it's muscular or skeletal. The intensity varies throughout the day. During the mornings, it's bearable but later in the evening, it becomes really unbearable. I take some painkillers to manage the discomfort but they don't seem to help much. I also tried going to a physiotherapist but he didn't find anything wrong with my muscles. What could be causing this?
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chosen.content: I have been having this constant pain on my right side for the past few months. Initially, it was around my rib cage area but now, it has spread to my back as well. Sometimes, it even travels down towards my hips. I am not sure if it's muscular or skeletal. The intensity varies throughout the day. During the mornings, it's bearable but later in the evening, it becomes really unbearable. I take some painkillers to manage the discomfort but they don't seem to help much. I also tried going to a physiotherapist but he didn't find anything wrong with my muscles. What could be causing this?
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rejected.content: I have been having this constant pain on my right side for the past few months. Initially, it was around my rib cage area but now, it has spread to my back as well. Sometimes, it even travels down towards my hips. I am not sure if it's muscular or skeletal. The intensity varies throughout the day. During the mornings, it's bearable but later in the evening, it becomes really unbearable. I take some painkillers to manage the discomfort but they don't seem to help much. I also tried going to a physiotherapist but he didn't find anything wrong with my muscles. What could be causing this?
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rejected.content: Constant pain that spreads across your body could be a sign of several medical conditions and should not be ignored. Although I cannot diagnose your condition as an AI assistant, here are some possible explanations for your symptoms:
  1. Kidney Stones: Pain associated with kidney stones can radiate from the flank area (where your ribs and back meet) to the lower abdomen and groin. The pain is often intense and may come and go.
  2. Musculo-skeletal Issues: Even though your physiotherapist found no apparent muscle issues, strains or sprains might still be causing your pain. Conditions like thoracic outlet syndrome, which causes pain in the shoulders, neck, and arms, could be a possibility.
  3. Gallbladder Problems: Right-sided pain can be associated with gallbladder issues like gallstones or inflammation (cholecystitis). The pain often extends to the back and can be quite intense, especially after eating fatty foods.
  4. Liver Problems: Discomfort in the right upper quadrant could be a sign of liver conditions, such as liver inflammation (hepatitis) or an enlarged liver.
  5. Pancreatic Disorders: Pain that spreads to the back may also be a symptom of pancreatic diseases, such as pancreatitis.
  6. Rib Injury or Costochondritis: An injury to the ribs or inflammation of the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone (costochondral joints) can cause chest pain that radiates to the back.
  7. Shingles: This viral infection causes a painful rash that can occur on the torso and spread to the back.
  You should consult a healthcare professional as soon as possible to undergo the necessary exams and determine the exact cause of your pain. They will be able to guide you accurately after evaluating your medical history and conducting the appropriate tests. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to reach out to your doctor if the pain becomes unbearable or worsens.