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A 38-year-old female asked:

For the last 8-9 months, i have had increasing left side pain, under my rib cage. pcp sent me to a gi, nothing found but a slight enlarged spleen. last 3 days, pain has become unbearable, sharp and non-stop.

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Dr. Susan Rhoads
Dr. Susan Rhoadsanswered
Family Medicine 40 years experience
Go to an ER now: 3 days of unbearable pain is very concerning! It may not be related to your previous pain, or it can be a worsening of whatever was causing the pain in the first place. Please go to an ER now if you cannot see your doctor now. Best wishes!
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Dr. Susan Rhoads
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Thanks for the Thank You note! It was kind of you to send it. I hope you feel better soon!
Nov 16, 2019

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