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Medical Advice On Sharp Pain And Discomfort In Lower Left Abdominal Area

For the past two days or so I have been having some discomfort in my lower left abdominal area. It isn't a debilitating or sharp pain, but if I push right above my waist and about 5" to the left, I can cause the discomfort. It isn't constant necessarily; only when I move a certain way. I just ate a large meal and it caused the discomfort to be more prominent while my stomach was full of food. Occasionally, the discomfort will "flare" up for a few seconds and it almost feels like gas or constipation but I have been passing gases and stool with no problem since the discomfort has begun. I am not having pain urinating, there is no blood in my stool or urine, and I am not feeling noxious or having any other symptoms. I don't have insurance at the moment so I am trying to wait it out to see if it gets better or worse. What do you think it might be? At what point do you think I should see a doctor?
Mon, 15 Dec 2014
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Hi.
Thanks for your query.
You do not have an insurance one thing but having a proper diagnosis and treatment is another important issues.
Well' from the history you have provided you just have a discomfort and pain on pressure and fullness on full stomach after you eat.
This is suggestive of a mild form of GI Upset and the probable causes can be :
Mild gastroenteritis caused by water born infections or fro a food.
This usually get settled in a few days.
You may take probiotics, plenty of oral fluids fresh home-made food.
Avoid outside foods and beverages.

You should consult a Doctor if :
The problem worsens,
If you develop nausea, vomiting, fever, loose motions, distension of abdomen, or any change in general condition.
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Medical Advice On Sharp Pain And Discomfort In Lower Left Abdominal Area

Hi. Thanks for your query. You do not have an insurance one thing but having a proper diagnosis and treatment is another important issues. Well from the history you have provided you just have a discomfort and pain on pressure and fullness on full stomach after you eat. This is suggestive of a mild form of GI Upset and the probable causes can be : Mild gastroenteritis caused by water born infections or fro a food. This usually get settled in a few days. You may take probiotics, plenty of oral fluids fresh home-made food. Avoid outside foods and beverages. You should consult a Doctor if : The problem worsens, If you develop nausea, vomiting, fever, loose motions, distension of abdomen, or any change in general condition.