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A 60-year-old female asked:

After surgery 14mos ago to remove rt colon and sm part of intestine. i have severe pain on left side upper abdomen and swelling. with burning sensatio?

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Dr. Stephen Southard
Dr. Stephen Southardanswered
Internal Medicine 17 years experience
See your doctor: As unfortunately the symptoms you describe could be related to so many different issues that can't be accurately determined without more information, the chance to examine you and possible testing. I would strongly encourage you to seek help in person when any symptoms is "severe".
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