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When i press in the middle of my left and right abdomen it hurts. what could this be?

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Dr. James Rochester answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Many things: Unfortunately the list of possible causes is very large. Best to see Dr. for evaluation. If any nausea, vomiting, fevers, worsening pain then need to be seen right away. Sorry this was not more helpful. Best of luck with this.

Answered 2/22/2016

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