Question
Hello doctor,
I have been experiencing pain in my upper left abdomen for the past eight hours. The pain intensifies when I press on the affected area and also worsens when I walk. Doctor, could you help me understand what might be causing this pain in my upper left abdomen? I hope you can advise me. Thank you, doctor.
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Answer
Answered by Master, Specialist II Phan Thi Minh Huong - Gastroenterologist - Department of Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Da Nang International General Hospital.
Hello,
In response to the question, "What is the cause of pain in the upper left abdomen?" the doctor would like to clarify the following:
Pain in the upper left abdomen includes related organs such as the stomach, pancreas, left colon, and possibly the left kidney due to renal colic. You did not say whether the abdominal pain is accompanied by vomiting, stool disorder, or fever. Abdominal pain is a symptom of many different diseases of the organs in the abdomen. Therefore, you should go to the hospital for an abdominal ultrasound, blood test, possibly a digestive endoscopy, etc. to determine the cause before having a specific treatment plan.
If you still have questions about left upper abdominal pain, you can go to a hospital in the Vinmec Health System for further examination and consultation. Thank you for your trust and for sending your questions to Vinmec. Wishing you good health.
Sincerely!
