After breakfast, the left abdomen feels tight, but after defecation, the pain subsides, is it colon disease?

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Hello doctor! In the morning after eating, I often have pain in the left abdomen, but after defecation, the pain gradually decreases and completely disappears, so I am very worried. So the doctor asked me after having breakfast, I had pain in the left abdomen but after defecation, the pain gradually decreased, is it colon disease or not? And do I need a colonoscopy? Ask your doctor for advice and answers. I sincerely thank you!
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Hi grandchild! In the morning after eating, I often have pain in the left abdomen, but after defecation, the pain gradually decreases and completely disappears, if this condition is repeated many times, it may be related to colon disease. First, you should have a reasonable diet such as avoiding foods that produce gas and stimulants such as alcohol, coffee, spices, carbonated drinks ... Do not eat food that has been stored for a long time, not well preserved. , don't eat salad or raw food...
If it still doesn't improve, you should go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for a specialist examination of Gastroenterology. The doctors will take a medical history and may assign you to perform a colonoscopy if necessary
Thank you for your trust and send the question “after breakfast, I had pain in the left abdomen but when defecating. After that, the pain subsides, is it colon disease?" to Vinmec. Wish you always healthy. Best regards!

Answered by Specialist I Vo Thi Thuy Trang - Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Da Nang International General Hospital