Tenderness at McBurney’s point is suggestive of

Correct option is A

Ans. (a) Acute Appendicitis
Sol. McBurney’s point is located one-third the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus on the right side of the abdomen. Tenderness at this point is a classic sign of acute appendicitis, indicating inflammation of the appendix.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Acute Appendicitis – Correct. McBurney’s point tenderness is a hallmark of this condition.
· (b) Acute Cholecystitis – Pain is typically in the right upper quadrant, not at McBurney’s point.
· (c) Acute Pancreatitis – Pain is usually central or left upper abdomen, radiating to the back.
· (d) Acute Gastritis – Causes epigastric discomfort, not localized tenderness at McBurney’s point.