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What's most likely cause of pain in left side?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

General: This question is too general to provide a very specific response. In general, pain to the sides of the torso can be related to inner organ problems or musculo- skeletal issues.

Answered 10/4/2016

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