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When i got to the bathroom to do a bowel movement, sometimes the lower left side of my back hurts. what could this be?

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Dr. Peter Kurzweil
Dr. Peter Kurzweilanswered
Internal Medicine 52 years experience
Sigmoid colon prob?: It is possible that you are feeling some contractions or spasm of the sigmoid colon, which is the last portion of the colon leading to the rectum, and this is located in the left lower quadrant and near the left lower back. If it happens only occasionally, may not be serious. But if starts to happen consistently or becomes severe, definitely have it evaluated.
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Dr. Marsha Davis
Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 30 years experience
Constipation : Especially if you are attaining or your poops are round or hard. Eat more fresh fruits and veggies. Drink 64 ounces of water a day and increase your exercise!
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