Question 1

can you have appendices pain on left side?

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Possible: Some people have an appendix on the left side although it is rare. It is also possible that the origin of the pain while on the right may feel like it's on the left - called referred pain. If you are concerned about appendicitis, you should be seen by your physician as soon as possible.

Question 2

what causes pain on left side that radiants to the back?

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Watch for fever.: So hard to answer a question like that on here as there can be many causes and some can be serious. Kidney stones or swelling, muscle spasm, spleen and colon problems can all give left side and back pain. See your physician if it doesnt resolve on its own or if it has been present for more than a few days. Chills or fevers would be other reasons to go see your doctor right away.

Question 3

pain on left side of stimach?

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See a doctor: This complaint could be indigestion, infection, heart disease or other problems. You should see a doctor asap.

Question 4

pain on left side when bladder is full?

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And pain: Many things could cause this.  Get a sonogram of bladder and kidneys and get evaluated for an abdominal hernia.

Question 5

what could lead to pain on left side of the head?

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Anything: Headaches can come from fatigue, sleeping too much or too little, eye strain, sleep apnea, snoring, being dehydrated, having chronic sinusitis or allergies, too much caffeine or over the counter headache medication, high blood pressure or something more serious like a tumor. See your doctor and get checked.

Question 6

i have pain on left side on back could that be my kidney. it throbs.

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Kidney + Other: Flank pain may be due to the kidney, a stone being the major concern.  

The differential diagnosis is wide:  the presence of fever (pyelonephritis), tenderness (muscle source), rash (zoster),  or abdominal symptoms/findings make an assessment by your primary care physician, essential.

Question 7

what could cause constant pain on left side with symptoms ofbloating?

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Several things: But common things occur commonly.  The 1st 2 that come to mind are constipation &amp; diverticulitis. Colon tumors are also possible and can be checked by a colonoscopy.  Also , even just excess bowel gas, Chron's is possible but usually with loose stools. Especially important if you have a family history of colon disease to have a scope. Are your stools normal. Any fever or weight loss?

Question 8

i have pain on left side just above my waist can you help pleas thank you,?

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Maybe a hernia?: Why don't you make an appointment with your GP and tell him of your concerns and he will examine you. It could also be constipation.

Question 9

pain on left side. came suddenly. goes away over night. starts over the next day mid morning happening for about 4 days. not getting any better.

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Odd?: This is an odd presentation. Are there any other symptoms. The best thing to do since it does not resolve is to be checked by a doctor. So best to go in

Question 10

pain on left side of abdomen?

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Nature of pain?: Left sided pain in a male could be a hernis, kidney stone, diverticular disease, pancreatitis and even just gas or constipation.  We look at the location, the type of pain, lab tests, x-rays and, of course, examine the patient.  There are lots of other possibilities as well.  If pain gets worse or does not just go away you should see your doctor.

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I have pain on left side just above my waist can you help pleas thank you,?

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Pain on left side. came suddenly. goes away over night. starts over the next day mid morning happening for about 4 days. not getting any better.

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Pain on left side of abdomen?

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