What causes a lump in the lower left abdomen?
Disease description:
I’ve been experiencing lower abdominal pain for several days. I rested at home for a few days, but the pain persists. I visited a small village clinic, where the doctor noted what appeared to be a mass in my left lower abdomen and advised me to go to a hospital for further evaluation. I’m quite anxious about this—what could a mass in the left lower abdomen indicate?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Xiong Nianfen
This condition may be caused by lymph node enlargement or reduced intestinal motility leading to constipation, or it could be a cyst. I recommend that you visit a hospital for a B-ultrasound examination to determine the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment. In the meantime, avoid spicy or irritating foods and consume more fresh vegetables and fruits to maintain regular bowel movements. If you experience pain or notice a palpable lump, lymph node enlargement should be considered, and anti-infective medication should be taken orally under a physician’s guidance. With consistent, appropriate treatment, improvement is expected.
