Abdominal Pain
Type: Symptom
Definition
A deep, dull ache located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen.
Clinical Details
The active immune response causes the liver tissues to swell significantly, placing intense physical pressure on the organ's fibrous capsule. This stretching of the capsule activates local stretch receptors, transmitting pain signals to the brain. The discomfort is typically persistent and exacerbated by deep palpation during a medical examination.