The right lower quadrant (RLQ) is a part of your abdomen. The section from the bottom of your ribs down to your pubic hair is divided into four quarters. The section on your right side under your belly button is your RLQ.
What are the organs of the right lower quadrant?
Quadrant organs
- Small bowel (ileum).
- The association between your small bowel and your large bowel (caecum).
- Appendix.
- The first section of your large bowel (colon).
- Right ureter.
- Right ovary and Fallopian tube.
Don’t neglect the skin, tissues and nerves of that area.
Causes of right lower quadrant pain
Right lower quadrant pain is caused by many reasons, some are very common and cure themselves with time. While some are severe and needs medical attention.
Some of the causes are:
1. Constipation
Constipation happens when a person is facing a problem releasing the large bowel.
It happens if your abdomens are full of poo (faeces) this can cause pain and opening your bowels is not normal leaving you in distress. Faeces will be hard and pellet-like.
Symptoms of constipation
- Passing fewer in a week
- Hard stools
- Difficulty in passing bowel movements
- Rectum blockage
Prevention of constipation
- Consume more high-fiber foods in your diet
- Avoid processed foods, and dairy and meat products
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Exercise Daily
- Manage stress
2. Gastroenteritis
Gastroenteritis is an infection of the walls of the intestines that spread via contaminated food, water or contact with an infected person. It is the second most common disease in the U.S that is produced by a virus, bacteria, or parasites. Norovirus infection is the main cause of gastroenteritis infection.
Symptoms include
- diarrhea
- abdominal pain
- vomiting
- headache
- fever
3. Food poisoning
Food poisoning is a foodborne disease, that is caused by consuming contaminated, spoiled, or virulent food.
Symptoms of food poisoning
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
4. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disease that attacks the large intestine.
Symptoms of Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) consist of
- Abdominal pain
- Causes bloating
- Diarrhea or constipation
5. Appendicitis
Appendicitis is an infection of the appendix. It’s a severe condition that needs surgery to remove the appendix.
Symptoms of Appendicitis
- Abdominal pain
- Pain in RLQ.
- Nausea
- Fever
5. Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis is the infection or inflammation of pouches that develop in your intestines. Normally, pain starts when these pouches are ruptured. Pain is often in the left lower quadrant but sometimes can be felt on the right side.
Symptoms of Diverticulitis
- Nausea
- Chills or fever
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Severe abdominal pain
6. Kidney infection
Kidney infection (pyelonephritis) is a symbol of urinary tract infection (UTI) that usually occurs in your urethra or bladder and affects kidneys. A kidney infection needs prompt medical care. Kidney infection is life-threatening and causes pain in the right lower quadrant.
Symptoms of Kidney infection are
- Fever
- Groin pain
- Abdominal pain
- Frequent urination
- Nausea and vomiting
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