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Colitis (Expert Forum)
left side abdominal pain
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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left side abdominal pain
by mamauyi, Oct 10, 2008 09:16PM
what could be the cause of abdominal pain on the left side of the abdominal
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Oct 11, 2008 12:00PM
, Oct 11, 2008 12:00PM
Hi,
There are many causes of left sided abdominal pain.
Left sided upper quadrant pain could be due to involvement of the spleen
Left sided lower quadrant pain could be due to causes like diverticulitis, IBD, colon cancer, IBS and constipation.
Sometimes diseases adjacent to it but outside the abdomen can also cause pain in the left side of the abdomen.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
There are many causes of left sided abdominal pain.
Left sided upper quadrant pain could be due to involvement of the spleen
Left sided lower quadrant pain could be due to causes like diverticulitis, IBD, colon cancer, IBS and constipation.
Sometimes diseases adjacent to it but outside the abdomen can also cause pain in the left side of the abdomen.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
