Published on: 6/16/2025
At what age does swelling on the upper left side of the stomach typically occur?
Swelling on the upper left side of the stomach can happen at any age, but the cause can vary. It's important to see a doctor to find out why it happens.
Explanation
Swelling in the upper left side of the stomach can be due to different reasons. One possible cause is related to the spleen, which can become enlarged in conditions like infectious mononucleosis and happen at any age, but the exact age when it typically occurs is not specified in the provided references.
Another possible cause of swelling in this area is a condition called stomach volvulus, which is when the stomach twists. This condition can also occur at various ages, but the reference does not specify a typical age range. This is considered a medical emergency and needs immediate evaluation and treatment
Lastly, internal hernias can cause symptoms like swelling and might present with other symptoms such as vomiting. Like the other conditions, the age of occurrence can vary widely. This is considered a medical emergency and needs immediate evaluation and treatment
Since the causes of swelling can be different and serious, it's important to talk to a doctor to understand the specific reason and get the right treatment.
(References)
- Lankisch PG. (1990). The spleen in inflammatory pancreatic disease. Gastroenterology, 2403954.
- Altenwerth FJ. (1994). [Treatment of an intermittent stomach volvulus using .... Deutsche medizinische Wochenschrift (1946), 7988366.
- Joo YE, Kim HS, Choi SK, Rew JS, Kim HR, Cho CK, & Kim SJ. (2002). Internal hernia presenting as obstructive jaundice and .... Scandinavian journal of gastroenterology, 12229977.
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