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A member asked:

Why does the left side of my stomach hurt it feels like cramps but under my rib and it just goes away?

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Dr. Frank Amico Jr answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Pain: Did you hurt yourself? Any recent trauma to that area? It could be musculoskeletal pain.

Answered 7/31/2014

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Dr. Gregory Politzer answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get it checked out: The area you seem to be having pain is over the rib and colon. It could be anything from rib inflammation or a pulled muscle to a stomach virus or constipation. A qualified medical professional should examine your belly if this persists.

Answered 11/14/2015

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