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Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Lower Left Abdomen
Question: I have pain in my lower left abdomen( just under my belt line ) ,this is the second day that i have had it. feels kind of like a gas kind of cramp ,but it dosen't seem to be going away. Your thoughts...
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Considerations
Detailed Answer:
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This type of abdominal discomfort might reflect a couple of possibilities. One possible causes constipation. If you have not had regular bowel movements this might be more likely to be the problem.
Another possible cause is diverticulitis. This commonly causes pain in the left lower quadrant.diverticulitis can sometimes be accompanied by fever or chills.
If your symptoms continue I think it would be beneficial for you to see your primary care doctor or report to a local urgent care center or emergency room. You might benefit from a course of antibiotics.
Also at your age you should have had at least one or two colonoscopies in the past. If you have never had a colonoscopy I really would encourage you to discuss this with your primary care doctor. Colonoscopy is procedure which allowsA specialist to look inside your calling to see if there are any abnormalities including diverticuli which can become inflamed and contribute to diverticulitis.
Thanks again for sharing your health care concern.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
thanks for sending the question.
This type of abdominal discomfort might reflect a couple of possibilities. One possible causes constipation. If you have not had regular bowel movements this might be more likely to be the problem.
Another possible cause is diverticulitis. This commonly causes pain in the left lower quadrant.diverticulitis can sometimes be accompanied by fever or chills.
If your symptoms continue I think it would be beneficial for you to see your primary care doctor or report to a local urgent care center or emergency room. You might benefit from a course of antibiotics.
Also at your age you should have had at least one or two colonoscopies in the past. If you have never had a colonoscopy I really would encourage you to discuss this with your primary care doctor. Colonoscopy is procedure which allowsA specialist to look inside your calling to see if there are any abnormalities including diverticuli which can become inflamed and contribute to diverticulitis.
Thanks again for sharing your health care concern.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
The pain is beginning to subside,I'm not constipated, I think maybe your 2nd thought may be my problem. I remember, my grandmother had that. Any possibility that eating blackberries could have anything to do with my problem? I recently started eating them, and have really had not more than a berry or two previously. I have to pay close attention to what I eat, I have severe food allergies, . Thank you for your help. .
Brief Answer:
Followup
Detailed Answer:
Thanks again,
Blackberies possibly coul affect thia - typically we recommend staying away from high residue foods such as nuts or seeds which can get caught in the diverticuli and trigger some inflammation.
If you havent had one - I suggest at least a screening colonoscopy also.
Dr. Galamaga
Followup
Detailed Answer:
Thanks again,
Blackberies possibly coul affect thia - typically we recommend staying away from high residue foods such as nuts or seeds which can get caught in the diverticuli and trigger some inflammation.
If you havent had one - I suggest at least a screening colonoscopy also.
Dr. Galamaga
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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