Can you feel your liver in your back?

Question

I've been having some dull pain in my upper back, more on the right side. My mother-in-law suggested it could be related to my liver. Can you feel your liver hurting or causing discomfort in your back?

Vikram Rathore · Accepted Answer

Hey, don't worry too much. Yes, sometimes liver inflammation can cause referred pain that travels to your right shoulder blade or upper back. Just keep an eye on it, and if it doesn't go away in a few days, show it to a doctor to be safe.

Rahul Khanna · Answer

Man, after eating platefuls of butter chicken and spicy biryani, my right side and upper back sometimes feel so heavy! It is actually referred pain from the liver or gallbladder, which tells us to cut down on the heavy grease for a bit.

Baldev Singh · Answer

Beta, sometimes heat in the liver can cause back stiffness. Drink plenty of fresh coconut water and eat simple, non-spicy meals to soothe the system, but do get a doctor's opinion if the pain is severe.

Sanya Kapoor · Answer

I completely understand how terrifying it is to feel a weird back pain and immediately worry that it's a major organ issue. Try to stay calm, as back aches are very common and often just muscular, but seeing a doc will ease your mind.

Shalini Nair · Answer

I didn't know that liver pain could be felt in the back too. Does this kind of back pain get worse when you lie down or after eating certain foods?

Meera Krishnan · Answer

I agree that liver issues can cause pain that radiates to the right side of your back, and getting a liver ultrasound is highly recommended.

Can you feel your liver in your back?

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Consult a gastroenterologist

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