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A member asked:

Does diverticulitis occur commonly in teens or young people in general? i have a mild pain thats in my lower left abdomen radiating to my thigh?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Several causes: for such symptoms, not necessarily diverticulitis, can be your colon, ureter, tubes or ovary. Kindly see tour doctor for better management if problem is really bothersome, wish you wellness

Answered 9/8/2016

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