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What Causes The Left Side Of The Abdomen Slightly Larger Than The Right?

Hello, i have noticed that my left side of my abdomen is slightly larger than my right side. Occasionally when i drink alcohol that left side will slightly hurt, a dull pain. This has been going on for a few months but only when i drink. I was on accutane about a year ago, could that have anything to do with it?
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
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HI
Thanks for posting your query to Healthcaremagic .


First of all you need to be sure that there is actual asymmetry between your right and left side of Abdomen .

The only cause for such asymmetry is some mass present inside left side of your abdomen . That mass could be harmless or sometime problematic . The only way we will come to know is by doing an Ultrasound Abdomen Pelvis .

But before going to scan ask with some one you know whether they also feel that your left side of your abdomen is slightly larger than right side. Because it could be just your perception .

Any doubts or Queries feel free to ask.

Happy to help you.
Regards .
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What Causes The Left Side Of The Abdomen Slightly Larger Than The Right?

HI Thanks for posting your query to Healthcaremagic . First of all you need to be sure that there is actual asymmetry between your right and left side of Abdomen . The only cause for such asymmetry is some mass present inside left side of your abdomen . That mass could be harmless or sometime problematic . The only way we will come to know is by doing an Ultrasound Abdomen Pelvis . But before going to scan ask with some one you know whether they also feel that your left side of your abdomen is slightly larger than right side. Because it could be just your perception . Any doubts or Queries feel free to ask. Happy to help you. Regards .