Question 1

pain lower abdomen on the left hand side of my lower abdomen. it's not a pain which is stopping me doing daily life?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: To properly diagnose abdominal pain much more history is needed. Llq pain may be muscle strain (abd wall), diverticulitis, crohn's disease, colitis, and kidney stones. If it's bad you should be seen by your doctor.

Question 2

i have a pain in my lower left hand side of my stomach area.. its been coming and going for almost a week. what could it be? doesn't feel like cramps.

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See physician: You need to find the cause.  A number of problems can produce this symptom.  See your physician for an evaluation.

Question 3

hi i have had stomach cramps for the last two days its at its worst when getting up out of a chair the pain  is in my lower left hand side

Accepted Answer

Pain: Pain in the left lower abdomen always raises the possibility of a condition called diverticulitis. This would be more likely if you had pain with eating and fever. The fact that it hurts when getting up from a chair suggests that it may be muscular in nature. Any change in your bowel movements? See your doctor if the pain gets worse or changes and fever develops.

Question 4

i have pain (more discomfort)  in my lower left hand side of my stomach i am a smoker but d pain comes and goes. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Information: Much more information needed re type of pain location other alleviating or aggravating symptoms

Question 5

if you experience oain in the lower left hand side around your hipbone a few days before your period is meant to start does this mean there is something else triggering the pain other than the beginning of your period?
thanks

Accepted Answer

Pelvic pain: Pelvic pain is complex as there are several organs in the pelvis. The ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, bladder, appendix, intestines, colon and rectum can all be the source. Pelvic pain requires and examination to help organize the evaluation. Pain is a specific location before your period may indicate endometriosis. See an obgyn for evaluation

Question 6

i've woken up with a big lump on the lower left hand side of my soft palate it's that big i can feel it when pushing on the outside of my neck, hurts ?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Any large pain or swelling in your throat or mouth can block off your airway and can be a sign of a serious infection or injury recommend you Seek immediate medical attention

Question 7

tummy ache on lower left hand side for 2 days, not easing up. ?

Accepted Answer

Shooting abd pain : In order to properly answer your question, you should see a doctor in person. Left  lower abdominal pain is concerning for several things, here is a list: kidney stone,   colitis, constipation, gas

Question 8

i get bad pains in my lower ribs on my left hand side . what might be the cause of this ?

Accepted Answer

LUQ is complicated: The left upper quadrant of your abdomen includes spleen, stomach, diaphragm, and a bend of your colon called the splenic flexure.  In addition, the heart and lower lung are nearby, plus the muscles and connecting tendons of the left ribs may originate discomfort.  Its better to seek medical attention and get examined than to guess wrong which organ system is at fault and delay proper diagnosis.

Question 9

pain in lower abdominal area. left hand side?

Accepted Answer

Some possibilities..: If one has very uncomfortable tummy pain, and is normally in good health plus is not pregnant, the possibilities include: appendicitis (usually R lower part), diverticulitis (usually L lower part), kidney stone (very painful), constipation (crampy), stomach flu, etc... Most people with moderate pain, more than mild pain, may need a doctor's evaluation to be sure it is not something serious.

Question 10

i am feeling pain on the upper back on the left hand side and on my lower back around my waist. what could be the cause and how can it be treated?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: Some common causes of lower back pain include:  back muscle strain, back ligament sprain, fractured vertebra (spondylolysis), slipped vertebra (spondylolisthesis), herniated disc, spinal stenosis, spinal arthritis, urine infection, kidney infection or stone; tumor in the spine, kidney, or elsewhere;  fibromyalgia, etc...  With such a long list of possibilities, one's doctor can evaluate.

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Pain lower abdomen on the left hand side of my lower abdomen. it's not a pain which is stopping me doing daily life?

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I have a pain in my lower left hand side of my stomach area.. its been coming and going for almost a week. what could it be? doesn't feel like cramps.

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Hi i have had stomach cramps for the last two days its at its worst when getting up out of a chair the pain is in my lower left hand side

A member asked:

I have pain (more discomfort) in my lower left hand side of my stomach i am a smoker but d pain comes and goes. what could it be?

A member asked:

If you experience oain in the lower left hand side around your hipbone a few days before your period is meant to start does this mean there is something else triggering the pain other than the beginning of your period? thanks

A member asked:

I've woken up with a big lump on the lower left hand side of my soft palate it's that big i can feel it when pushing on the outside of my neck, hurts ?

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Tummy ache on lower left hand side for 2 days, not easing up. ?

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I get bad pains in my lower ribs on my left hand side . what might be the cause of this ?

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Pain in lower abdominal area. left hand side?

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I am feeling pain on the upper back on the left hand side and on my lower back around my waist. what could be the cause and how can it be treated?

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