<human>: I HAVE A SHEARING AND BURNING PAIN IN MY LOWER LEFT BELLY CLOSE TO BELLY BUTTON AREA. I NOTICED THIS WHEN I HAD LAUGHED REALLY HARD. I HAVE TO HOLD MY STOMACH WHEN I SNEEZE AND COUGH AND LAUGH. ALSO WHEN I STEP DOWN THIS ALSO HURTS, WHAT COULD THIS BE?
<bot>: Hello! Thanks for posting your query on Chat Doctor ! I read carefully your query and understand your concerns about your health. There are many possible causes for a pain in the lower left abdomen with these characteristic you have mentioned. Most common causes are:-Diverticulitis-Stones in urinary tract-Urinary tract infections-Ovarian cysts -Severe constipation can cause such symptoms. It also might be just a muscle strain of your abdominal muscle if you have done any heavy exercise. If this pain doesn't seem to improve you should consult a physician and get examined. A detailed medical history and physician examination are necessary for the diagnosis. An abdominal ultrasound is needed. Hope it helps. Take care. Chat Doctor. 