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Pulsating pain in the upper left abdomen, just below ribcage?

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Left upper: Left upper abdominal discomfort can be caused by gas trapped in the colon or colon inflammation, by spleen pathology, by inflammation of part of the stomach or pancreas. Pulsation sensation may be from the aorta, the largest artery in the body. An examination by a physician is strongly recommended if symptoms persist.

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Answered 8/19/2019

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