Brief Answer:
Consult a doctor first, then other tests can be as

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query,

Pain in the lower left side and upper back could be of several origins. It shall depend on the type of pain (burning, stabbing, dull, ache), the intensity, duration, periodicity, the signs that accompany the pain (fever, nausea etc), aggravating conditions the make the pain worse, what relieves you of the pain, whether the pain stays in the same position of not, or spreads to other areas. It is important to know also if you are experiencing the pain for the very first time or not, and if yes, what you have had to take. Any history of abdominal surgery is also an important consideration. Any past history of gastritis, are important aspects. I am afraid abdominal pain in females and assessed in a different manner compared to males.

A physical examination and key inquiry (answers to questions above) remain key elements in making an appropriate diagnosis and managing properly. In case you experience any diarrhea, a stool examination and culture could important. An abdominal ultrasound, depending on the clinical appreciation of your doctor could be useful in getting some inside of the abdominal organs.

Depending on the case, it is not rare to have lung problems like a lower lobe pneumonia that presents itself like abdominal pain. Depending on clinical examination with your doctor s stethoscope, an X XXXXXXX could still be asked. If the abdominal pain really is not related to the back pain, a spinal x XXXXXXX could help.

It is of utmost importance to consult your primary care doctor first. Based on your medical history and clinical findings, specific tests shall asked to make an appropriate diagnosis. feel free asking follow up questions in case you got specific concerns. I shall be glad making my humble contributions. Kind regards as I wish you the best of health.

Dr Rogers

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