Pain in the RLQ is Most Characteristic Of

Question

Pain in the RLQ is most characteristic of
A) hiatal hernia.
B) dumping syndrome.
C) appendicitis.
D) GERD.

Accepted Answer

Pain in the right lower quadrant (RLQ) is a classic sign of appendicitis. Hiatal hernia and GERD are typically associated with upper abdominal pain, and dumping syndrome is associated with abdominal discomfort and diarrhea after meals.