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Signs and symptoms. In minor injuries with little bleeding, there may be abdominal pain, tenderness in the epigastrium and pain in the left flank. Often there is a sharp pain in the left shoulder, known as Kehr's sign. In larger injuries with more extensive bleeding, signs of hypovolemic shock are most prominent.
Symptoms of a Bruised Spleen. 1  Instant pain on impact. 2  Pain is located in the left side of the abdomen. 3  Pain may also be referred to the left shoulder or arm. 4  Nausea.5  Tenderness in the area. Instant pain on impact. 2  Pain is located in the left side of the abdomen. 3  Pain may also be referred to the left shoulder or arm. 4  Nausea. 5  Tenderness in the area. 6  Watch out for more severe symptoms such as changes in blood pressure, heart rate, confusion and loss of consciousness which indicate a more serious injury.