Where Exactly Is That Pain Coming From? Let’s Map It Out.

 

Where Exactly Is That Pain Coming From? Let’s Map It Out.

Whether you're examining a patient, reviewing for an OSCE, or just brushing up on your anatomy —

understanding the 9 Abdominal Regions can take your clinical precision to the next level.

And if you're in healthcare? This diagram should live in your brain like muscle memory.

![Image: 9 Abdominal Regions]

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Here’s how it breaks down:

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Why this matters in real life:

Speeds up clinical reasoning and triage decisions

Helps communicate symptoms accurately

Makes you look sharp in front of any supervisor or attending

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Especially helpful if you’re in:

Homeopathy / General Medicine / PSW Training / Nursing / Radiology / Paramedicine / Rehab

And yes — this chart will come in handy during

viva rounds, SOAP note writing, patient interviews, and even your exam MCQs.

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Quick tip:

Next time you hear “abdominal pain,” don’t just nod.

Try this:

> “There’s localized tenderness in the left lumbar region — could be descending colon or renal.”

That’s the kind of clarity that builds trust.

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Let’s raise the standard of anatomical understanding — one region at a time.

With clarity and purpose,

Dr. Dhruv Bhikadiya

Healthcare Administration Grad | Former Medical Officer | Clinical Educator

📍 Kitchener, ON

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