Hi all, I guess me joining this chat is at least some form of acknowlegment that i need to do something about my problem. Basically I have had dull aches and some pain in my left side now going on for many years, but honestly ive always been too terrified to do anything about it. Lately it seems to be more sore than before, i quit drinking thinking this may help but it hasnt. Perhaps inactivity makes it worse as my lower back gets very sore when out on long walks now too, 

i guess i'm asking for some advice and if anybody can relate to my experience? Should I be worried? The thought of going to the doctors is filling me with immense fear every single day, I know i need to go but i guess, yeah i'm terrified of what the outcomes could be.