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I have had severe diarrhea for 4 days and now have sharp pains that come and go in my lower left side of my back?

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Dr. Cynthia Archer answered

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Time for a doctor: To take a look. There are several concerns that come to mind, and you need a physical exam as well as a history, and blood tests plus or minus imaging and stool tests to get the answers you need. Best of luck! Feel better soon.

Answered 2/18/2016

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A member asked:

I have had severe diarrhea for 4 days and now have sharp pains that come and go in my lower left side of my back?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cynthia Archer answered

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