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What Causes Bubbly Feeling Near Shoulder Blade?

Posted on Tue, 7 Oct 2014

Question: Hi.

I have a bubbly feeling from near the left shoulder blade? No pain i have had ECG before all ok I have had blood works all ok what could be issue?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
A course of PPI will help

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern.

The primary cause to rule out in case of such symptoms is a cardiac cause. As you mentioned that you have had ECGs done before ( i assume for simillar symptoms, if not then please correct me ) and they were clear then its most probably GERD (Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease).

If you were my patient in my clinic, I would empirically recommend a two week course of a course of A PPI like Esomeprazole and a prokinetic like metoclopramide to see for improvement. A Physical exam to rule out any thoracic vertebrae abnormality should also be done.

I would encourage you to elaborate your symptoms further by answering the following questions, so that i may guide you better

Is this bubbly feeling constant or during specific timing
do you have abdominal pain
what medications are you currently using

Let me know if you have any query

wishing you best of health

Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

Hi

Thanks for answer it happens sometimes in day not predictable also the bubbly feeling can move around in upper chest

I am taking gaviscon double action? My stomach feels bloated most times

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
its GERD most likely

Detailed Answer:
hello,

Based on your history , there is strong suspicion of you having GERD.
I would recommend a course of PPI and a prokinetic like itopride or metoclopramide in consult with your doctor.

Life style changes will also diminish the frequency of GERD. It includes

Regular exercise
drink plenty of clean water
avoiding late night meals
avoiding nicotine, alcohol, caffeine and chocolate
elevating head end of the bed by 6 to 8 inches

Hope I have answered your query.

If you have any further questions I will be happy to help If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer.

Wish you good health.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj