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A member asked:

If my ongoing left sided abdominal, side, and back pain gets worse after a bowel movement is that a problem in the colon?

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Checkup: Left sided abdominal and side pain that worsens after a bm does suggest colon problems. It could be muscular, but you should have this checked by your pcp who would arrange proper tests.

Answered 1/8/2014

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