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Depending on the cause, pain on the left side of the abdomen can radiate into the right lower abdomen and back.The most common cause of pain on the left side of the abdomen and back is the so-called diverticulitis. This is an inflammatory disease that occurs in the area of the smallest intestinal wall bulges and should be treated by a doctor as soon as possible. Diverticulitis, which does not cause any symptoms in the affected person, usually does not require treatment.

If, however, the bulges in the intestinal wall cause pain in the left abdomen that radiates into the back, treatment should be initiated. Especially measures that serve to regulate bowel movement are among the most popular treatment methods. Diverticula in the bowel, which lead to pain on the left side of the abdomen and in the back, can be treated best by If these treatment measures are not effective, the affected bowel segment can be surgically removed.

In addition, pain on the left side of the abdomen and back can be an indication of pancreatic disease (acute or chronic pancreatitis). Acute inflammation of the pancreas in particular leads to severe pain in the left side of the abdomen and back. Typically, patients also suffer from nausea, vomiting, flatulence and fever. Acute inflammation of the pancreas is a potentially life-threatening disease that requires urgent medical treatment.

• Low meat and high fiber diet
• Sufficient fluid intake
• Regular exercise