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What Causes Stiffness In The Back And Discomfort In Abdomen?
I went back to construction work after 9 months off for surgery to my shoulders. I did no lifting because of restrictions. But l was bent over for 7-8 hours . My back was very stiff . Yet my abdominal area hurts when l press on the L side of naval. Hernea was on R side in 2001. Abdominal muscle pull in 2011 . Simular pains as now. I recovered. It feels tender. I was told that it s all connected; back and abs. 2011 abdominal pull revealed nothing. I m baffled as to why it hurts only on L side of ab . Discomfort extends into male parts; sack. YYYY@YYYY that s
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stiffness in the back and discomfort in abdomen. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like celiac disease , endometriosis , fibromyalgia , kidney stones or urinary tract infection (UTI) . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy , stool test and urine test . Doctor may prescribe anti inflammatory , omeprazole , ornidazole along with laxative . Doctor may also refer you to nephrologist for kidney problem or orthopedic surgeon for muscle problem .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Stiffness In The Back And Discomfort In Abdomen?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stiffness in the back and discomfort in abdomen. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like celiac disease , endometriosis , fibromyalgia , kidney stones or urinary tract infection (UTI) . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ultrasound , endoscopy , stool test and urine test . Doctor may prescribe anti inflammatory , omeprazole , ornidazole along with laxative . Doctor may also refer you to nephrologist for kidney problem or orthopedic surgeon for muscle problem . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari