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Why Does My Spleen Hurt?
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Infection
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When the spleen becomes infected, it enlarges. Initially there may be no symptoms associated with an infected spleen, but tenderness is one possible symptom.
Polycythemia Vera
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A condition known as polycythemia vera occurs when red blood cells multiply uncontrollably. Pain in the spleen is one symptom of polycythemia vera.
Trauma
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Injury that occurs during sports, an accident or other blunt force to the spleen causes trauma to the spleen and can result in pain.
Splenic Sequestration
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Splenic sequestration results when blood gets trapped in the spleen. This causes the spleen to enlarge and become tender to the touch.
Sickle Cell Trait
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Sickle cell trait is another cause of an enlarged spleen. As is often the case, when the spleen is enlarged as a result of sickle cell trait, it becomes painful.
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