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What Causes A Lump On The Upper Left Of Abdomen?

I have a small lump on the upper left side of my abdomen. When I lay down I cant feel it. I can only feel it standing up. It doesn't hurt but sometimes I feel a pinch or pull from it and when i rub it my skin turns red. I have also lost 10-15lbs unintentionally in the last 6-8 weeks.
Mon, 25 Aug 2014
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welcome to Health care magic.
1.Your history suggest the possibility of the hernia / anterior abdominal wall defect.
2.When standing there is a pressure effect - so contents bowel and omentum coming through the defect and goes back when pressure releases.
3.Suggest an ultrasound scan sitting, lying standing and with cough - to measure the defect.
4.Other possible causes is just your feeling. In any case get an appointment with your GP and get examined, get needful treatment and scans.
5.Do not ignore - if its hernia complication / emergencies are expected.
Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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What Causes A Lump On The Upper Left Of Abdomen?

welcome to Health care magic. 1.Your history suggest the possibility of the hernia / anterior abdominal wall defect. 2.When standing there is a pressure effect - so contents bowel and omentum coming through the defect and goes back when pressure releases. 3.Suggest an ultrasound scan sitting, lying standing and with cough - to measure the defect. 4.Other possible causes is just your feeling. In any case get an appointment with your GP and get examined, get needful treatment and scans. 5.Do not ignore - if its hernia complication / emergencies are expected. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.