Re: Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction

SOD is normally linked to food and follows about 45 minutes after eating. If it doesn't follow this pattern then it is more likely something else. If you can eat a plate of eggs, or mayonnaise or very fatty food without it causing a problem then it less likely to be SOD. The cramp pain is also under the right rib not mid way between the sternum and navel 2 inches to the right.

Some people may feel only a vague discomfort or a dull ache in right hypochondrium, again, this area is around the ribs not the soft abdominal.





If you are still convinced that it biliary related then start you own recovery programme because the only treatment on offer is gallbladder removal.

It can be triggered by the nervous system so try to be calm when the pain strikes.
Take regular exercise.
To help bile emptying lie on the right side for 30 minutes after a meal.
Drink plenty of good water

The point at which you feel the pain is also an indicator for slow stomach emptying and you could try a combination diet.

It is also the point of the hepatic flexure (The right colon fold). There are plenty of other conditions that can mimic biliary conditions.