I've had upper right side pain since the third month after transplant. I am 17 months post transplant. After much complaint I had at different times 2 MRIs & 2 Liver biopsies, the last one being about 5 months ago. In addition I have quite elevated liver enzymes, Alk Phos & GGT.
My doctors tell me that I am fine & they are monitoring me. I do not have the bloating problem you mentioned. The pain is more pronounced when I sneeze, cough or have a hearty laugh. It is also sensitive to the touch. I guess I will have to learn to live with it. Or it may go away in time. The doctors also tell me it could be due to a scar tissue or a nerve issue at the incision area. It sure is a much better deal than being 6ft under. There are lots of transplant patients complaining about right side pain of differing proportions. I recommend that you search for "right side pain" in this forum & you may find lots of discussions as this is quite a mature discussion forum. These days I worry more about the persistently elevated liver enzymes than the pain. I don't feel that in a much worrisome position. All kinds of things happen in the first year & gradually they go away. Look down & see at your incisions. You are nearly cut into two halves. Just give it time but you make sure that your coordinators or transplant team are aware of it at every turn. Especially if it has a tendency to progress. Keep the Faith.