What pain in specific areas of the body might mean
Siddhartha Jana
Referred pain occurs when pain is felt in one part of the body but originates from another due to shared neural pathways.
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Dr Palleti Siva Karthik Reddy MBBS, MD General Medicine and consultant physician, explains what pain in certain parts of the body might indicate.
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Right abdomen and shoulder pain may indicate gallbladder issues like gallstones or cholecystitis.
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Left arm pain can be a symptom of heart problems such as heart attacks or cervical radiculopathy.
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Lower back pain can be linked to kidney issues, though musculoskeletal problems are more common causes.
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Not all lower right abdominal pain is appendicitis-related; other conditions may also manifest in this area.
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Chest and neck pain may indicate lung issues like pneumonia, pleurisy, or cardiovascular problems.
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Pain in the top left shoulder is unlikely to be associated with spleen issues; it may originate from the left upper abdomen.
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Hip or thigh pain referred from the intestines is uncommon; musculoskeletal or nerve issues are more likely culprits.
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Left shoulder or upper abdomen pain may indicate stomach or pancreas issues due to shared neural pathways.
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Diagnostic approaches for identifying pain sources include clinical evaluation, imaging tests like X-rays or MRI scans, lab tests, and specialized tests tailored to suspected issues.