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How long should a side stitch last? still feeling one more than 12 hours after exercise. should i be concerned?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Hard to say w/o exam: A stitch will usually go away pretty quickly after stopping exercise. I recommend calling your doctor. It's really not possible to give advice about an individual's symptoms online. Your doctor will probably ask you a number of questions to determine whether you need to be seen.
Answered 9/26/2017
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No: Could be over exertion or a muscle strain, but waiting 24-72 hours is not unreasonable. Try an anti-inflammatory medicine and some ice. If you are still having discomfort after that, then see your doctor.
Answered 4/19/2019
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