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What Causes Pressure Sensation And Tenderness On Top Of The Stomach?
Question: I have pressure and tenderness in the top of my stomach just below the end of my sternum. When i lie down i find myself feeling short of breath and a sensation of pressure in my chest and need to prop myself up on pillows to sleep.
Brief Answer:
Following advice
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.
Your symptoms may be related to:
- Cardiac issues (ischemic heart disease)
- Gastrointestinal issues (GERD)
If you were my patient I would recommend to do the following examinations to find out what is causing your symptoms:
- Blood work
- Ecg
- Cardiac echo
- Stress test
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Upper endoscopy
Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
Following advice
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.
Your symptoms may be related to:
- Cardiac issues (ischemic heart disease)
- Gastrointestinal issues (GERD)
If you were my patient I would recommend to do the following examinations to find out what is causing your symptoms:
- Blood work
- Ecg
- Cardiac echo
- Stress test
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Upper endoscopy
Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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