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What is sudden, persistent & intermittent throbbing sensations (no pain) on the left side (slightly near waist)? is it flatulence that won't pass?

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Dr. John Feola answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

R/O IBS: IBS pts are prone to gas trapping especially on L Side. You need a full exam and blood work. Especially screen for H pylori . Also stool screen x 3 for occult blood /parasite/hpylori . you also need a baseline colonoscopy. While you are getting these items checked out you should ditch to a gluten free high fiber diet . Ie gutbliss.com and Wholeapproach.com. Also 64-80oz water

Answered 3/21/2015

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