Question 1

why do i have pain in my left side sharp pain in lower left area sorry right area not left

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You : You need to go to the er immediately if this is chest pain.  Your question doesn't say where the pain is, but if it is chest pain you must be seen immediately. Any chest pain is very concerning and needs a thorough and immediate evaluation. It sounds like you have risk factors. Please be seen immediately in the er.

Question 2

left side sharp pain above belt? nausea

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Not sure: Left lower quadrant pain could be caused by intestinal issues, ovarian problems in women, urinary tract issues, uterine issues, referred pain from other structures in the abdomen (gall bladder, appendix, etc).  Sharp pain accompanied by nausea should be evaluated by a dr. Though.  Good luck.

Question 3

hi. im a 20 year old male and for about a year now everytime i lay on my front/ left side i have this sharp pain around my heart everytime i take sharp breaths in. i'm quite worried and really need some medical advice hurts especially in the night and mor

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Many causes: A good detailed history is needed to answer this question.
It could be chest wall pain. Cardiac pain is less common although cannot be ruled out.
I would recommend a consult to get more dialogue so I can better answer your question.

Question 4

i was laying on my left side when a sharp pain started on my side then under my left breast. i had shallow breathing, i heard pop then it went away ?

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Rib Injury?: Tough to say, but with your history, you may have sustained a minor rib injury, such that a rib may have strained itself.  The only real way to know what happened is to get an evaluation if your symptoms persist and or return, best wishes.

Question 5

fell off horse a few days ago and hit the ground hard on my left side.sharp pain in my upper back b/w my scapula and spine when i breathe/sneeze etc..?

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Rib pain: You've most likely injured your rib cage and have inflammation of the ribs and pain. I suggest you see a doctor to make sure you've not injured any internal organs or your spine. For rib pain (costochondritis) rest, icing the area first and then applying heat, as well as anti-inflammatories like naproxyn (aleve) or ibuptofen (advil) help reduce the pain and inflammation.

Question 6

chest pain left side near heart felt when i laugh move sometimes lay on that side pain felt in arm and back bone on left side.  sharp pain?

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Musculoskeletal: Anything that hurts worse with movement is usually in the muscles or joints.  This could be a rib strain or costochondritis.  Either way, an anti-inflammatory (advil (ibuprofen) or aleve) may help.

Question 7

stiff neck back left side, sharp pain in that area when swallowing. no throat pain just sharp stabs in neck. head feels heavy when tilt head back?

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Get examined: Without being able to see you there is not any way to know what is going on. This cannot be done over the internet. See somebody face to face.

Question 8

i have a sharp pain on lower front left side?

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Abdominal pain: Left lower quadrant pain that is sharp could be caused  the following:  Diverticulitis, IBS, Kidney stone, Urinary reflux, pyelonephritis, cystitis, ovarian cyst, ectopic pregnancy.

Question 9

is there anything that can cause a sharp pain in my left side?

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Could be many things: Depending on the severity, timing  and location the pain could be due do food in sensitivities, problems with your gut, kidney problems, constipation or diarrhea to name a few.  If the pain is severe, prolonged or just causing significant discomfort, get checked out by your primary care and they can help determine a plan of care.

Question 10

what does it mean when you get a sharp pain in middle left side of back?

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Several things: Any history of any cardiac issues?  If not it could be a simple strain.  Go see your doctor.

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UPPER LEFT SIDE SHARP PAIN

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Why do i have pain in my left side sharp pain in lower left area sorry right area not left

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Left side sharp pain above belt? nausea

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Hi. im a 20 year old male and for about a year now everytime i lay on my front/ left side i have this sharp pain around my heart everytime i take sharp breaths in. i'm quite worried and really need some medical advice hurts especially in the night and mor

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I was laying on my left side when a sharp pain started on my side then under my left breast. i had shallow breathing, i heard pop then it went away ?

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Fell off horse a few days ago and hit the ground hard on my left side.sharp pain in my upper back b/w my scapula and spine when i breathe/sneeze etc..?

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Chest pain left side near heart felt when i laugh move sometimes lay on that side pain felt in arm and back bone on left side. sharp pain?

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Stiff neck back left side, sharp pain in that area when swallowing. no throat pain just sharp stabs in neck. head feels heavy when tilt head back?

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I have a sharp pain on lower front left side?

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Is there anything that can cause a sharp pain in my left side?

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What does it mean when you get a sharp pain in middle left side of back?

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