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What Causes Sharp Pain And Swelling In Lower Abdomen?
Question: Hello, Dr., thank you for your time. For some months now, I have experienced a sharp pain and some swelling in my lower left abdomen. It came and went but now it is a constant source of pain to the point that I sometimes double over in pain. Bowel movements provide short-lived relief, as does passing gas. My apologies, I don't mean to be indelicate. I just had a complete physical in October of 2014, wherein my doctor feels for possible aneurisms and I was given a clean XXXXXXX of health. I am of normal weight, good BP, cholesterol not elevated, only taking Synthroid (my thyroid was removed 20 years ago) and Estrace. I am, of course, terrified of the "C" word (cancer) but I need to have this checked. I can't get an appointment with my primary care doctor for at least another week so I thought I would give this a try. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Likely to be arising from sigmoid colon
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
The pain and discomfort you have described are from the sigmoid colon. Most such pains are benign and caused by conditions like IBS, diverticular disease, Inflammatory bowel disease etc. Since you are very concerned about malignancy, I would suggest that you have a stool examination for occult blood and if positive to have a colonoscopy.
Have a good day
Dr Noble Zachariah
Likely to be arising from sigmoid colon
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
The pain and discomfort you have described are from the sigmoid colon. Most such pains are benign and caused by conditions like IBS, diverticular disease, Inflammatory bowel disease etc. Since you are very concerned about malignancy, I would suggest that you have a stool examination for occult blood and if positive to have a colonoscopy.
Have a good day
Dr Noble Zachariah
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