Question 1

had slight but bearable pain in left upper abdomen, been there for two days, ate bad food four days ago..what is it?

Accepted Answer

Splenic flexure: Gas can sometimes get trapped at the splenic flexure of your transverse colon; however, if symtoms persist- see your physician.

Question 2

pain in left upper abdomen after lifting weights?

Accepted Answer

Muscle strain?: Probably strained a muscle. Try ice if it happened very recently to keep the inflammation down. If some time has passed. Trying heating pads to soothe and relax. If pain is more intense, try an ibuprofen. Feel better!

Question 3

pain in left upper abdomen after passing stool?

Accepted Answer

This is a common: complaint in patients with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and is possibly due to CONTRACTION of the now empty bowel!
Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 4

severe pain in left upper abdomen including under ribs and pain in left ribcage on left side?

Accepted Answer

Splenic flexure: I would think this is splenic flexure syndrome caused by constipation. You need to be checked out.

Question 5

severe pain in left upper abdomen including under ribs and pain in left ribcage on side. how can i deal with this?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: There are multiple potential causes, you should consider being seen.  Possible causes can incude an irritation of a nerve in the thoracic spine, an inflammatory condition involving the pancreas or the lining of the lung, and multiple other causes.  A detailed exam and appropriate studies can usually sort out the cause.  Thank you for the question.

Question 6

i get sharp pain in left, upper abdomen and back followed by days of fatigue and dizziness. many tests (incl. hemo) show only enlarged spleen. ideas?

Accepted Answer

This is something: You and your doctor to take is seriously . I do not know what tests you have so far , but i will encourage to keep your doctor informed about your situation .  I believe your doctor would consider evaluating your kidney, pancreas and look for any problem in your left side of the colon and many others . In general , your condition is something that you need to work closely with your doctors. Good luck.

Question 7

pain bottom left shoulder blade specially in morning and pain in left upper abdomen under rib. ct scan w/contast normal doc thinks gerd.no heartburn?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can recheck: Many things are in the upper abdomen:  stomach, pancreas, liver, small intestine, gall bladder, large intestine, abdominal muscles, etc...  An exam by a primary care doctor can help figure things out. The stomach itself and the spleen are in the left upper abdomen. Pain in the right upper abdomen, plus symptoms that occur after eating, can be due to gallstones or other gall bladder disease.

Question 8

why is it every time i breathe there is a sharp pain in my left upper abdomen ?

Accepted Answer

Pain: You may have a muscular strain. Try local heat and an anti inflammatory. Good Luck

Question 9

for past 6 mths or so i have a burning/stabbing /twisting pain in my left upper abdomen. it keeps me awake at night and little relieves it.

Accepted Answer

Should seek help: Any pain in abdomen which is  lingering for more than one month requires a medical examination and further medical testing. If the pain wakes you up or keeps you up at night, it needs to be treated once the cause has been determined. Go see your PCP ASAP and do not delay it any more.

Question 10

i am experiencing burning pain to my left upper abdomen radiating to left side of my back especially when i am lying down. what would be the possible cause of this?

Accepted Answer

Needs Workup: See a dr. Most likely this is of GI origin like a duodenal ulcer. You need to get a thorough history and physical as well appropriate studies such as x-rays or ultrasound to get a handle on what is going on here. More unusual causes could be a shingles attack.

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Had slight but bearable pain in left upper abdomen, been there for two days, ate bad food four days ago..what is it?

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Pain in left upper abdomen after lifting weights?

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Pain in left upper abdomen after passing stool?

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Severe pain in left upper abdomen including under ribs and pain in left ribcage on left side?

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Severe pain in left upper abdomen including under ribs and pain in left ribcage on side. how can i deal with this?

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I get sharp pain in left, upper abdomen and back followed by days of fatigue and dizziness. many tests (incl. hemo) show only enlarged spleen. ideas?

A member asked:

Pain bottom left shoulder blade specially in morning and pain in left upper abdomen under rib. ct scan w/contast normal doc thinks gerd.no heartburn?

A member asked:

Why is it every time i breathe there is a sharp pain in my left upper abdomen ?

A member asked:

For past 6 mths or so i have a burning/stabbing /twisting pain in my left upper abdomen. it keeps me awake at night and little relieves it.

A member asked:

I am experiencing burning pain to my left upper abdomen radiating to left side of my back especially when i am lying down. what would be the possible cause of this?

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