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Can a herniated disc in back (l4/l5) cause low abdominal pain? i have pain in the back but also in the low stomach (same side) when bending, turning..

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Possible: That could explain your abdominal pain too. However, if you have associated vomiting or diarrhea or fever unlikely.

Answered 6/21/2019

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