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Can constipation cause upper abdominal pain? i'm constipated and have dull-sharp pains up near my ribs around the stomach, i also haven't eaten well

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: You might want to get a check up just to be evaluated for your abdominal pain, poor appetite. And constipation. But to answer your question, constipation could potentially cause abdominal pain.

Dr Ingram and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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