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Sharp pain in lower abdominal and pelvic area. what could this be? fyi i'm female

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Lots of causes: I'm afraid there are many causes of lower abdominal and pelvic pain in a 17 yr old woman... Such as urinary infection, std, ovarian cyst, menstruation, appendicitis, colitis, and so on. If you are having significant pain you should see a doctor for evaluation.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2013

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A member asked:

Sharp pain in lower abdominal and pelvic area. what could this be? fyi i'm female

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

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