question: I have had a pain in my lower right side for about 10 days. I assumed it was from lifting something that was too heavy. I had a hysterectomy many years ago and I was told that my appendix was removed at the same time. There are no other symptoms that relate to that part of the body. I accept that I must avoid lifting weight that is too heavy for me, but how long a time should I wait before reporting the matter to my doctor if the pain continues? I accept that I must avoid lifting weight that is too heavy