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What Causes A Large Painful Bump On The Stomach’s Left Side?
Question: Doc i have a large bump on my left side right below my stomach that is very painful whenever i sit or bendover, how do i get rid of this?
Thanks
I have attached an image of the bump
Thanks
I have attached an image of the bump
Brief Answer:
possible lipoma or hernia
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
If this is present for longer period then it is probably lipoma which is subcutaneous localized fatty tissue.
If this has occured suddenly and become larger while coughing or exercising then this may be hernia.
In both cases, surgery is recommended and the only way for permanent solution. Other causes are less common but also some of them may be more serious.
So you should do ultrasound and consult a GI/General Surgeon for a detailed physical evaluation.
Wish you good health.
Regards
possible lipoma or hernia
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
If this is present for longer period then it is probably lipoma which is subcutaneous localized fatty tissue.
If this has occured suddenly and become larger while coughing or exercising then this may be hernia.
In both cases, surgery is recommended and the only way for permanent solution. Other causes are less common but also some of them may be more serious.
So you should do ultrasound and consult a GI/General Surgeon for a detailed physical evaluation.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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