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Lower left side abdomen hurts, protruding slightly?

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Hernia vs colitis: Make sure you get check for a possible groin herna. Occasionally diverticulitis or simple colitis can produce some degree of abdominal tenderness and protrusion.

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Answered 9/27/2018

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