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I get very severe pains in the abdomen on the left hand side. what could this be?
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Seek urgent care: I recommend seeking urgent care to catch if something is serious.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Bowel kidney spleen: Anatomically, the organs on the left side are the spleen and kidney in the upper left abdomen and the bowel (small and large) over the rest of the left side. Women also have a uterus and left ovary. Abdominal pain can be serious and you should see your doctor for a full history of your complaint and physical exam. Vomiting, fever, or worsening pain mean that you should be seen emergently.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Many things: From constipation to diverticvular disease to tumor or colitis. You need to see a colorectal surgeon or gastroenterologist and get an appropriate diagnostic work up.
Answered 12/9/2012
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