Question 1

why am i having spasms in upper left abdomen?

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Don't know: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.

Question 2

what causes off and on pain in my upper left abdomen?

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Many things.: If this has been going on for a while - weeks to months - i'd get it checked out by your doc.  It could be a muscle strain, pain in the cartilage or muscles of ribs.  It could be gastritis, which is inflammation of the lining of the stomach.  If you're also having fevers, weight loss, or the pain is waking you up at night, that's more concerning and should definitely have an eval by your doctor.

Question 3

occassionally feel a short stab tear feeling in upper left abdomen. what can this be?

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Maybe nothing: A good history and physical may find the problem  like diveriticulitis , gastritis , a pulled muscle , strain  or hernia. Xrays , ultrasound and labs may be helpful.

Question 4

i went to bend over to put my pants on and i felt something pop out in my upper left abdomen and it went away when i stretched. did i pull something?

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LEFT UPPER ABDOMEN: Possibly gas since it is the location of your stomach.

Question 5

cramps in my upper left abdomen. what is there?

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Few things.: You have muscles in-between the ribs, under the ribs (diaphragm).  Irritation of the stomach (gastritis) could sometimes feel like upper l abdomen pain.  The spleen is also there, but unless you're having other symptoms, it's less likely that's the cause of the pain.  It's something you need to get checked out by your doc for, though!

Question 6

what is this pain and  pulsing in my upper left abdomen?

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Lots possible...: Anatomically, the left upper quadrant (luq) of abdomen includes: spleen, pancreatic tail, stomach, descending duodenum, splenic flexure of the colon, associated vessels. Don't forget the diaphragm, heart, and lower chest are pretty close by. The abdominal musculature, ribs, and skin can all contribute as well to localizing luq pain. An exam is appropriate for clarity of diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

i have severe pain in upper left abdomen?

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Please see a doctor: for a history and physical exam. Severe pain means something is wrong. It could be a simple issue like rib out of place, it could be as serious as a heart attack, or esophageal tear.

Question 8

what could cause sharp pain in my upper left abdomen?

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Uncertain: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.

Question 9

what could be causing dull pain in the upper left abdomen?

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Abdominal pain: Given the minimal information available the list of causes Is very long, provide more detail or seek local help including a physical examination

Question 10

what would cause a mild to moderate pain in the upper left abdomen that comes in waves?

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Stomach: Kidney, intestinal, muscular problems.  It appears you have had your heart checked, but even if you have fluctuations in your blood pressure, the stress on your heart from that may cause it.  I think you will find out the cause between a GI and heart doctor. Good luck to you. I would drink cold milk, take my blood pressure and heart rate (buy a machine).  If pain goes away, it was your stomach.

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I went to bend over to put my pants on and i felt something pop out in my upper left abdomen and it went away when i stretched. did i pull something?

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Cramps in my upper left abdomen. what is there?

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