<s>[INST] I have had a lubar discectomy on L5 and S1. It was a year and a half ago. I have been experiencing pain in my lower left abdomen on occassion, quite significant. Is it reasonable to think that the reherniation that I have now might be contributing to this pain? [/INST] Hi ! Good afternoon. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. No. I don't assume the pain abdomen is related to the disc herniation. If I were your doctor, I would rather advise you for a routine stool test for ova and cyst, and an ultrasound abdomen to rule out any significant intra-abdominal pathology. Also, I would advise you not to eat from outside if you do, and to add more of roughage and liquids in your routine diet. Depending on your age, if all investigations are inconclusive, I would not hesitate to advise you for an endoscopic evaluation of your gut by a gastroenterologist if your symptoms persist or increase in intensity. Till that you can go for some over the counter anti-spasmodic Chat Doctor. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. </s>