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I have a pain under my left side ribs. if i lay down and do nothing the pain is rear,when i move it gets really bad.what can it be?

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Dr. Nidal Hasan answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Unclear : It seems that you are having pain in the left upper abdomen area. You need to see a physician for examination and further management.

Answered 3/16/2016

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