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I think my spleen might be enlarged, but i can't see my doctor for about a week. i'm kind of in pain so i'm not sure what to do,should i go to er?
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Yes, go to the ER: If you are in moderate to severe pain then go to the ER. Pain is your body's way of telling you something is wrong. While it is unlikely to be your spleen more likely causes could be appendicitis, gall stones, kidney stones, ulcer or ovarian cyst amongst other things.
Answered 2/17/2016
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