Geeta Rao Geeta Rao Asked 10 months ago

Can right shoulder pain be liver related?

I've been having this persistent pain in my right shoulder for ages, and physio hasn't helped much. Someone told me that sometimes right shoulder pain can be related to the liver, is that actually true?

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Rohan Sen Rohan Sen Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, it can. This is called referred pain. Issues with the liver or gallbladder, like inflammation or stones, can irritate the phrenic nerve, which travels up to your right shoulder. You should get an ultrasound done on your doctor's advice.

Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

My physician at Apollo Hospital explained that liver swelling can definitely reflect as pain in the right shoulder area. You should ask your doctor clearly about getting liver function tests and an abdominal scan to rule it out.

Ananya Nair Ananya Nair Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

I didn't know that shoulder pain could be related to the liver, that sounds a bit scary. I have had a dull ache in my right shoulder for a few days now. Are there any other symptoms like stomach pain or nausea that usually happen with it?

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Harvinder Singh Harvinder Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Dekho, ho toh sakta hai. Gallbladder stones or liver inflammation can cause pain that spreads to the right shoulder. But don't start guessing at home. Go to a doctor and get an ultrasound done to know the real issue.

Nisha Patil Nisha Patil Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I panicked so much when I read online that my right shoulder pain could be a liver problem! But when I went to the doctor, it turned out to be just a simple muscle strain from sleeping in a bad position. It's good to get it checked, but don't assume the worst.

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Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Our bodies are wonderfully connected, and sometimes pain in one place is just a sign of trouble elsewhere, like the liver. Please stay positive, take care of your health, and consult a good doctor to guide you on the right path.

Vikram Mehta Vikram Mehta Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Yes, referred pain is real! 😮 Sometimes liver or gallbladder issues cause pain that travels to the right shoulder. Just get it checked by a doctor to be sure, and don't worry too much! 😊

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