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What Causes A Large Bruise On Left Side Of Abdomen?

I have developed a bruise on my left side of my abdomen. This started about a week ago and it has grown to about 2-1/2 in diameter. I did not have any related injury, but did go thru alcohol detox several weeks ago. There is no pain, but the bruise continues to increase in size. I feel about 90%, but consistently have cold sweats at night, of which some are terrible and completely drench the bed. My stomach is very finicky and many times when I try to eat I get an upset stomach or diareaha.
Wed, 6 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have large bruise on left side of abdomen . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like trauma , pancreatitis , duodenal ulcer , ectopic pregnancy , abdominal aneurysm , haemophilia or von Willebrand's disease . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination without any delay to prevent the further complication . Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy or physical examination and treat it accordingly . For now eat light and non spicy specially at night , apply cold compresses on bruise and stay calm .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes A Large Bruise On Left Side Of Abdomen?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have large bruise on left side of abdomen . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like trauma , pancreatitis , duodenal ulcer , ectopic pregnancy , abdominal aneurysm , haemophilia or von Willebrand s disease . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination without any delay to prevent the further complication . Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy or physical examination and treat it accordingly . For now eat light and non spicy specially at night , apply cold compresses on bruise and stay calm . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari