Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Kindly answer the following to advise accordingly

Is there associated nausea or vomiting.
Is the pain above or below the navel on the left side.
Does the pain radiate to the back or groin.
Do you have burning urination.
Have you had any GERD/ dyspepsia or gastritis related issues in the past
Have you had any abdominal surgery done in the past.
Does the pain increase on breathing.
Is the pain constant or does it come and go.


Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Dr. M.S. Khalil

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Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello again.

A cardiac cause is unlikely in a young , healthy 28 year old. However, If the pain is severe , constant and having sensation of heaviness or gripping then an EKG should be done to rule out a cardiac cause.

If the pain is mild, comes and goes then the likely possibility is reflux disease. PPIs like pantoprazole with pro kinetic meds like metoclopramide can be advised. Antacids can be taken OTC for now.

If the pain persists despite this then antispasmodic medication like buscopan plus should be prescribed and an ultrasound abdomen (to look for possible splenic enlargement and/or urinary tract stone) and ultra sound chest(to look for diaphragm movements and pleura).

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

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Dr. M.S. Khalil

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