I was diagnosed with IBS in 1991 and always had pain on the left side. Recently I have begun having pain on the right side. I also have pain in my right flank when I sit in a chair (for the last few months) and turn to that side. I can only sit that way for a few minutes before it begins hurting. The flank seems to "knot up" and hurts for a few minutes after I get up. I have no trouble when I sit turned to the left side.
I don't know if it's related, but I thought it was worth mentioning......Lately I have been feeling "anxious" - kind of like panic attack symptoms and then a few minutes later I will pass gas or feel the need to have a bowel movment.
If you only have some smart alec remark to make, please don't answer this question. I am looking for someone with similar experience or maybe even a doc on here to answer. Thanks.
2006-09-06 13:33:43 · 3 answers · asked by SuzieQ92 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
I should have mentioned too that I have been having some hypoglycemic symptoms as well as an increase in migraines for about the last 2 months. I don't know if all of these things are related, but I thought I should mention it all even if it makes me seem like a hypochondriac. :(
2006-09-06 13:47:58 · update #1
Right sided abdominal/flank pain can be caused by many things. Without doing a hands-on exam of you it's impossible to tell what's going on just from your reported symptoms.
There are several things that need to be ruled out. You need to be evaluated for problems involving...kidney, liver, gallbladder, appendix, ovaries, intestines...to name a few.
Unfortunately there are lots of things that can cause this type of pain and without further testing and a hands-on evaluation, there's no way to know what's at the root.
I suggest you get in to see your healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation. Depending on your age/history, you may need to have an internal exam as well (colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy).
2006-09-06 13:46:46 · answer #1 · answered by rhubarb3142 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the nurse above, you should see a doctor.
Just wanted to add that sometimes food intolerance can cause IBS and uncomfortable bloating and gas, for example, lactose intolerance.
Also, some doctors say that IBS is related to stress and anxiety, so if you could also try therapy, if that´s thee case.
2006-09-06 14:21:28 · answer #2 · answered by Polete Brasil 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ibs And Flank Pain
2017-02-27 08:28:29 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋