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What Causes Sharp In The Lower Left Abdomen While Having Anxiety?
I am (and have been) having severe sharp stabbing pains only in one place. Lower left side of abdomen, below my ribs, closer to my uterus. I have Some college education in medical care but obviously do not know enough. I suffer from EXTREME anxiety disorder. So I cannot (do not want to) go to a doctor. If there is anyway someone could help me, even if it s just to tell me I NEED TO GO TO A DOCTOR NOW, I might just listen!!
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Mon, 14 Nov 2016
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Hello,
We have to rule out possible causes like renal stones:
Unwanted anxiety can also cause similar symptoms.
As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist you can consult a general surgeon and plan for an ultrasound scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
We have to rule out possible causes like renal stones:
Unwanted anxiety can also cause similar symptoms.
As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist you can consult a general surgeon and plan for an ultrasound scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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