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Prolonged dull ache in lower left tummy/pelvis and lower left back. ovary ultrasound was normal. scared about colon cancer. no bowel movement changes?

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Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

Specializes in Wound care

ER rare: Colon cancer would be very rare at your age. Many other things can give you those symptoms. Why colon cancer v? Is there a family history ? See your MD. He/she can order a CT of the Abdomen or schedule for a colonoscopy to look closer.

Answered 8/1/2018

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