Hi my Dr recently found I had a fatty liver and a small amount of fluid around my liver my right side underneath my ribcage has been hurting on and off for 6 months until recently more often and has been constantly hurting none stop for 2 days I just ate something and threw it all up.is like to know whats causing this pain.
Welcome to ChatDoctorOnce it is proved that your mother has gall stones, it is best to consult surgeon and get a check-up and follow advice. Usual accepted method of treatment is removal of stone with gall bladder.laparoscopic cholecystectomy being the gold standard today. Please discuss with your doctor and take appropriate treatment. Gall stones usually cause indigestion specially after fatty meal. Avoiding fatty meal and digestives may only help symptom wise. Stones are known to cause severe pain and needs analgesics specially injections. The stone prevent the free passage of bile after gall bladder contraction after food and cause pain.