I'm really worried because I've been having this left side stomach pain for nearly a year now, and it seems to be getting worse each day. What can I do about it?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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Persistent stomach pain on the left side that's worsening over time may indicate an underlying condition such as gastritis, peptic ulcer, pancreatitis, or diverticulitis; consider consulting a gastroenterologist

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