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Constant pain under left rib cage?

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kate27245
kate27245

Hi every one. I am a 20 year old female who has been experiencing consistent pain under my left rib cage. I would actually classify it as more of a discomfort than a pain. The discomfort has also radiated into my back. I have also been noticing other signs of pancreatic disorders such as itchy skin, fatigue, nausea, weight loss, and pale fatty stools. These symptoms have been occurring for about 6 months now. I had a CT scan about 5 months ago that came back clear but am still having all the symptoms mentioned above. I have been to the doctor too many times, and they just turn me away and say it’s gas issues or anxiety. I am very worried that I have pancreatitis or worse, pancreatic cancer. I have been haunted by the fact that I may have pancreatic cancer for months now. How can I completely rule any pancreatic disorders out? How can I convince my doctor to take me seriously? Does it sound like I have pancreatic disorders/even cancer? Any help is much appreciated, thank you

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  • Lizzy58
    Lizzy58 kate27245

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    Hi Kate27245,

    Do you see a gastrologist? If not, you need to get a referral. Did they do labs? This would be a better indication of problems with your pancreas. Hope things get better.

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