Gallbladder pain is typically felt in the upper right portion of the abdomen, just below the ribs, where the gallbladder is located. This pain can also spread to the upper middle abdomen, the right side of the abdomen, the back (especially beneath the right shoulder blade or scapula), and sometimes the chest
. The pain is often sudden, sharp, and severe, sometimes described as a constant, knife-like sensation that does not improve with movement or passing gas. It may worsen with deep breathing and is frequently triggered or intensified after eating fatty foods
. In summary, the common locations where gallbladder pain is felt include:
- Upper right abdomen (just below the ribs)
- Upper middle abdomen (near the breastbone)
- Right side of the abdomen
- Right upper back, beneath the shoulder blade
- Occasionally, chest area
This pain may last from a few minutes to several hours and is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and tenderness in the area
