Priya Singh Priya Singh Asked 8 months ago

Is liver pain in the front or back?

I've been having some discomfort around my rib cage, and my cousin suggested it might be liver related. I'm wondering, is liver pain usually felt in the front of the body or more towards the back?

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Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Generally, liver pain is felt in the upper right front area under your ribs, but sometimes it can radiate to your back or right shoulder. Keeping a clean diet and staying active helps, but don't ignore persistent pain.

Shalini Hegde Shalini Hegde Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I can only share what happened to me; when I had mild fatty liver, I felt more of a dull fullness in the front right side, not really in the back. Everyone's body is different, so it's always best to ask a professional.

Suresh Gupta Suresh Gupta Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

It usually feels in the front, but can go to the back too. If you plan to see a doctor, check if they suggest an LFT test or ultrasound, and compare prices at local labs first because rates vary a lot.

Kiran Patil Kiran Patil Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

It is typically felt in the upper right front of the abdomen, but can sometimes radiate to the back.

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Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

It can be felt in both the front right side and back. If you are working long hours and have this pain, don't waste days guessing; just book a quick evening doctor visit and get it sorted.

Manpreet Kaur Manpreet Kaur Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

My son had some right-side discomfort that felt like it went to his back, and we were very worried. The doctor told us it was just severe gastric pressure. Always get a child checked by a pediatrician for any front or back pain.

Ramesh Rao Ramesh Rao Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Usually front side under ribs, but can feel like back pain too. Try eating simple khichdi and avoiding oil for two days; if it's just a digestive issue, it will settle down easily.

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Amit Saxena Amit Saxena Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

It is mostly felt in the upper right quadrant in the front. If your doctor rules out anything serious, simple daily walks and mild exercise can really help with fatty liver discomfort and improve digestion.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Bhaiya, ye dard aamtaur par pet ke dahine hisse mein aage ki taraf lagta hai, par kabhi kabhi peeth tak bhi jata hai. Thoda garm pani pijiye aur rest kijiye, par jyada dard ho toh turant doctor babu ko dikhaiye.

Vivek Sen Vivek Sen Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Please do not try to diagnose whether it is liver pain or something else based on internet descriptions of 'front' or 'back'. Pain in that region could be gallstones, gastric issues, or muscle pain. Get a proper clinical examination and ultrasound done to be sure.

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