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What Does Severe Pain In The Left Side Of The Abdomen Indicate?

So I have gone to the ER and a Gastroenterology specialist. I do not think he knows what is going on. I have had severe stomach pain for about 4 years. I never go to the doctor. I finally could not take the pain and went in. They have done scopes and several blood tests. they do not know what it is. The pain is mainly in my left side near my stomach. It gets on a scale of 1-10 about a 8 every day. I am thinking IBS but the doctors I have seen have no idea. They said it is not celiacs or cancer. But that is all they know. Any ideas? YYYY@YYYY
Thu, 4 Jan 2018
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Thanks for your query on HCM

"As"per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this -

1)Do a physical examination by your Doctor [Gastroenterologist]and do few investigations like this [blood pancreatic enzymes level, Endoscopic ultrasound]to confirm the diagnosis.

2)You can take OTC medication like [Pancreatic enzymes tabs]so for it you can ask your drug stores.

3)Do take permanent treatment as per underlaying pathological disorder only which include both medication and surgical procedures.

Do take few lifestyle modifications like this -

1)Try to stop drinking alcohol and stop smoking.

2)Choose a low-fat diet. Choose a diet that limits fat and emphasizes fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.

3)Drink more fluids throughout the day. It may help to keep a water bottle or glass of water with you.

Hope that helps
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What Does Severe Pain In The Left Side Of The Abdomen Indicate?

Hello, Thanks for your query on HCM As per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this - 1)Do a physical examination by your Doctor [Gastroenterologist]and do few investigations like this [blood pancreatic enzymes level, Endoscopic ultrasound]to confirm the diagnosis. 2)You can take OTC medication like [Pancreatic enzymes tabs]so for it you can ask your drug stores. 3)Do take permanent treatment as per underlaying pathological disorder only which include both medication and surgical procedures. Do take few lifestyle modifications like this - 1)Try to stop drinking alcohol and stop smoking. 2)Choose a low-fat diet. Choose a diet that limits fat and emphasizes fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein. 3)Drink more fluids throughout the day. It may help to keep a water bottle or glass of water with you. Hope that helps