Why am I feeling discomfort on left side of stomach?
Patient: I am having localized minimal discomfort on the left side of my stomach approximately 2/3 fingers from navel, and 2/3 fingers below navel. Hx of several abdominal surgeries and IBS....no temp... no vomiting, and bowels are formed and consistent for past few days. Doctor: Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.With the history of IBS, and several abdominal surgeries (?reason), I would consider a routine stool test for ova and cyst and treat it if positive, and in case of no relief, might consider sending you to a gastro enterologist for an endoscopic evaluation (colonsocopy) of your intestinal tract, and possibly an ultrasound abdomen to rule out any intra abdominal organ pathology. As this was not an intolerable discomfort or pain, I would not consider for any medications till the reports of investigations were at hand which would decide on further management.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.