Worried about my symptoms

I'm new to this so would  firstly like to say hello! I'm experiencing some symptoms with my stomach  that's concerning me and not sure if i should go to see my GP? I have a bulge/swelling on my lower left side, it's not painful although I can feel a pulling sensation, my stomach is bloated and feels uncomfortable because of this, also my bowel habits have changed too ranging from constipation to diarrhoea. I'm 57 and had a hysterectomy when I was 40, they left my ovaries intact. I'm wondering if its possibly IBS or should I go and get it checked out? I just don't want to waste GP's time, especially in this current pandemic!

  • Hi Elaine129,

     

    It sounds to me like you may have a hernia, as I have the same.

    The only way to find for sure and to stop your anxiety, is to see your GP, get yourself examined and possibly an ultrasound.

    They will not think you are wasting there time, even in the present climate, believe me.

     

    Hope you're on the road to recovery soon.