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Inflammation of colon and belly fat on left side what could it be?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

(L) abdomen inflamed: Do you eat many nuts or a lot of popcorn or things with tiny seeds? Do you have a history of diverticulosis or rectal bleeding when you eat the things mentioned above? Any change in bms? Any history of trauma to left abdomen? See fp for evaluation, imaging &/or testing if necessary, treatment.

Answered 6/29/2012

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Many things: Diverticulitis leaps to mind, although you are young for it. Also hernia, trauma, associated skin infection, tick-bite or other insect, skin rash from chemicals and a myriad other possible causes! see your doctor to figure it out!

Answered 1/5/2019

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Dr. Joseph Sucher answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Unknown.: There are a number of causes for inflammation of the colon. Common causes include diverticulitis and bacterial or viral infections. A careful history and physical exam, along with reviewing any diagnostic studies needs to be done. You certainly should seek out a trusted physician to get your answer.

Answered 12/6/2012

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