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Been having discomfort under left rib for a few months. if feels like something is under it. my left side of my stomach is sometimes tender to touch?

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Left sided pain: Under your left rib is your stomach, colon and spleen - thats it time to get checked out as your spleen may be enlarged an ultrasound is a quick simple and safe test.

Answered 1/9/2014

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