Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
I Have Had Upper Abdominal Bloating For About A Year.
Question: I have had upper abdominal bloating for about a year. Then I developed pain in my upper right shoulder (thought it was from swimming) but it has not gone away for more than 6 weeks. Now I have a sharp pain in the navel area--like a pulling when I bend forward. Is there anything internally that could be causing these weird symptoms and if possible, what do you recommend I do
Brief Answer:
Can be muscular pain however Xray erect abdomen & ultrasound may be needed
Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible. First of all it's sad to know what you had been going through lately.
Based on the history you have shared, current symptoms appear that.be muscular and correlation with bloating may be least likely however for reassurance ultrasound abdomen and Xray erect abdomen for gas shadow and any signs of dilated gut loops should be done.
Sometimes sluggish bowel movements may also cause such pains alongwith bloating.
If normal, no further work up may be needed currently and meanwhile OTC analgesics like acetaminophen or Ibuprofen alongwith antacids like omperazole before meals can be used. Motility agents like domperidone or itapride can also be helpful.
Wishing you a speedy recovery. Hope this has answered your query. If you have any more questions please feel free to ask. Regards
Can be muscular pain however Xray erect abdomen & ultrasound may be needed
Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible. First of all it's sad to know what you had been going through lately.
Based on the history you have shared, current symptoms appear that.be muscular and correlation with bloating may be least likely however for reassurance ultrasound abdomen and Xray erect abdomen for gas shadow and any signs of dilated gut loops should be done.
Sometimes sluggish bowel movements may also cause such pains alongwith bloating.
If normal, no further work up may be needed currently and meanwhile OTC analgesics like acetaminophen or Ibuprofen alongwith antacids like omperazole before meals can be used. Motility agents like domperidone or itapride can also be helpful.
Wishing you a speedy recovery. Hope this has answered your query. If you have any more questions please feel free to ask. Regards
Note: Revert back with your health reports to get further guidance on your gastric problems. Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
