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What is the horrible throbbing pain in the lower left side of my back below my ribcage?
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Fracture/inflammatio: Could be several things- pneumonia, pe, pleural effusion, rib fracture, if on rightside liver. Please check with your doctor. Throbbing usually means inflammation/infection/ abscess.
Answered 5/28/2018
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Kidney: Broad differential, but don't forget renal etiologies such as infections or stones.
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