Left lower abdominal pain in women, could it be due to pregnancy? Summary of causes by situation

Lower left abdominal pain, especially when it occurs in women
The first thing that comes to mind is pregnancy.

 

 

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Lower left abdominal pain during pregnancy

 

If you are a woman of reproductive age
Lower abdomen feels strangely sharp or stabbing.
If it feels heavy or substantial
You start to suspect, "Could I be pregnant?"

 

After implantation occurs, blood accumulates in the uterus.
As the uterus gradually enlarges
Pain can occur in the lower left abdomen.

 

Pulling sensation, stiffness, and a tingling feeling are also accompanied.
In this case, first check with a pregnancy test.

If not pregnancy, it cannot be ruled out that it may be a female reproductive system disorder.

 

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

 

It is a common condition among modern people who experience a lot of stress.

 

Discomfort in the lower left abdomen
- Recurrent diarrhea and constipation
- If residual sensation or indigestion is accompanied

 

It may be possible to suspect irritable bowel syndrome.

If pain persists for more than three months
It's good to get a consultation at the hospital.

 

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Diverticulitis

 

A "diverticulum" is a small pouch that protrudes from an organ.
If waste accumulates here and causes inflammation, it leads to diverticulitis.

 

If it occurs in the left colon, pain appears in the lower left abdomen.

 

Additionally,

 

Abdominal bloating
Nausea
Mild fever or chills may also occur.

 

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Women's health issues: uterine fibroids, cystitis, etc.

 

If a woman experiences lower left abdominal pain
We also need to consider issues related to the uterus or ovaries.

 

Uterine fibroids

 

Worsening menstrual cramps
Sudden increase in menstrual flow
- Abnormal bleeding
Frequent urination

 

If you have these symptoms together
Please receive obstetrics and gynecology care.

 

Cystitis

 

- Burning sensation when urinating
Frequent urination sensation
- Unbearable urgency to urinate

 

If accompanied by pain in the lower left abdomen
Urology consultation is required.

 

 

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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

 

It is a condition that occurs frequently in women in their 20s and 30s.

 

- Dull pain in the lower left abdomen
My back is stiff up to my waist.
- Increased vaginal discharge
Irregular menstruation

 

Neglecting it increases the risk of infertility.
Early treatment is important.

 

 

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Ovarian cyst

 

It is a water-filled ovarian cyst.

If it occurs in the left ovary
A stabbing pain appears in the lower left abdomen.

 

Abdominal bloating
Irregular menstruation
- Nausea

 

If a cyst bursts, sudden severe pain can also occur.

 

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Endometriosis

 

It is a condition where endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus.

 

Severe menstrual cramps
- Lower left abdominal pain
- Possibility of infertility

 

Especially if lower abdominal pain recurs outside of the menstrual period
Please undergo a gynecological examination.

 

 

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Lower left abdominal pain, never ignore it.

 

Left lower abdominal pain seems like a simple symptom but
Pregnancy, colon diseases, and female health issues can have various causes.

 

- Woman's lower left abdominal pain
- Sharp pain in the lower left abdomen
Pregnant woman experiencing lower left abdominal pain
Possibility of pregnancy with lower left abdominal pain

 

This kind of situation repeats or
If the pain worsens
Never ignore it and be sure to visit the hospital!

 

 

 

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