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Had unprotected sex. my left rib cage and abdomen hurt. been eating more than usual and taking naps. what can this be?

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Normal?: Did you traumatize your ribs during sex or in some other activity? Could have a ruptured ovarian cyst as well.

Answered 10/20/2014

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