What Causes Pain In Lower Belly And Back?

Posted on Tue, 28 Jan 2014

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Question : I have had lower belly discomfort for about a week. Feels like I should have diarriha but I don't. I was awakened from sleep with the same feeling and now I have lower right back discomfort. Not sharp pains, but enough to be uncomfortable. I haven't been nausious, no fever, no loss of appetite. Any thoughts?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Possible causes to lower belly/back pain..... Detailed Answer: Hi, You are mentioning to have a past history of acute ulcerative colitis 15 years back. For the time being, you are having lower belly and back discomfort, which make you feel uncomfortable most probably due to: - re-activation of ulcerative colitis - other bowel problems/infections (including appendicitis) - urinary tract infection - prostate problems I suggest to run further tests : - abdominal ultrasound - urine analysis - complete blood profile to determine the right cause to your problems and to start taking the right treatment. Meanwhile, I suggest to: - consult your physician as soon as possible - drink more water - eat healthy foods - start taking otc probiotics All the best! Dr.Klerida Feel free to ask me other questions you might have!

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