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Why does colitis cause pain on the left side of the body from the shoulder down the leg? goes away after pooping.

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Dr. Karen Dantin answered

Descending colon: Inflammation and distention in this part of colon could be relieved as it is emptied

Dr Hammerstead agreed

Answered 11/2/2015

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A member asked:

Why does colitis cause pain on the left side of the body from the shoulder down the leg? goes away after pooping.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Dantin answered

Dr Hammerstead agreed

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