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If you start getting lower left abdominal pain from colon cancer, will it get worse and worse or it could go away?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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Prob. diverticulosis: Either Cancer or diverticulitis will worsen over time and both can become deadly. Early diagnosis and treatment can save your life. Seek medical consultation ASAP

Answered 3/27/2021

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A member asked:

If you start getting lower left abdominal pain from colon cancer, will it get worse and worse or it could go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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