Swelling on upper left side of the abdom

2025-08-27 16:09:00
Since yesterday I have been swelling on the upper left side of the abdomen more specifically on the lower rib bone area. I had this same swelling 2 months back and after taking medicine it was normal. But again I am having it. Please tell me the reason.
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Possible Causes of Swelling in the Upper Left Abdomen (LUQ) That region corresponds anatomically to spleen, stomach, part of pancreas, left kidney, colon, and lower ribs. Causes may include: 1. Splenic causes Splenomegaly (enlarged spleen from infections like viral illness, malaria, typhoid, hematological causes, etc.). Pain or fullness especially if recurrent. 2. Gastrointestinal causes Gastritis, gastric distension, or gas bloating can mimic swelling. Colonic distension (constipation, IBS). 3. Musculoskeletal causes Localized swelling due to rib cartilage inflammation (costochondritis) or trauma. 4. Renal causes Left kidney enlargement, cyst, or infection could rarely present as fullness/swelling. 5. Others Hernia (though less common in LUQ). Lipoma or soft tissue swelling of abdominal wall. --- Important Red Flags (need urgent evaluation) Pain associated with fever, weight loss, night sweats. Recurrent or progressively enlarging swelling. Associated with jaundice, vomiting, blood in stool, breathlessness. --- Suggested Evaluation Clinical examination (palpation, percussion to check if spleen is enlarged). Ultrasound abdomen (to confirm spleen/kidney size, abdominal mass, or just gas). Blood tests (CBC, peripheral smear if splenomegaly suspected). --- Advice for Patient Since this is recurrent swelling, the patient should get an abdominal ultrasound to rule out splenomegaly or abdominal wall mass. Meanwhile, observe if swelling changes with meals, posture, or bowel habits. Avoid self-medicating without knowing the exact cause. --- 👉 In summary: The most common reason for recurrent swelling in the upper left abdomen near the ribs in a young female is splenic enlargement or gastric bloating, but only a doctor’s physical exam + ultrasound can differentiate.
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Answered2025-08-30 17:03:58

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No attachment. So use the medicine  which  u took. Without  examination  unable to say what is it.

Answered2025-08-29 13:55:47

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Need few more details Kindly connect

Answered2025-08-28 19:20:35

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Answered2025-08-28 15:09:59

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Answered2025-08-28 15:05:13

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Get an ultrasound whole abdomen done.

Answered2025-08-28 14:41:10

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Answered2025-08-28 14:26:12

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Get scan done and have a follow up

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Need few more details Kindly consult

Answered2025-09-13 10:18:14

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2025-08-28 14:54:03

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