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What Causes The Feeling Of Pulse Sporadically In The Abdomen?
Question: My daughter is a healthy 14 yr old girl. Normal height and weight. She has been c/o a "heartbeat" in her stomach intermittently and moreso with activity. And the sensation is getting more frequent and stronger. She c/o nausea/mild stomach pain frequently after eating. She hasn't been diagnosed with a connective tissue disorder but she does have hyperflexibility in her joints. Should I approach her PCP about s/s of an AAA? I know the odds are ridiculously low of her having one.
Brief Answer:
No need to rush to PCP for concern of AAA .other suggestions provided.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .
* Seems to be more of gastric issue exacerbated with underlying anxiety .
* I do not think of any Abdominal aortic aneurysm and approaching to PCP for
the same .
* Recommendations for better recovery
- Allow more of soft , light diet with whole grains , cereals , pulses , legumes ,
organic fruits .
- Avoid all oily , spicy , non veg , hot beverages , high caloric , junk foods .
- Check that she chews her food thoroughly , get normal smooth bowel
movements .
- Regular walking , exercises , deep breathing , YOGA , walking in fresh air .
- Do not allow sleeping for 3 hrs after major meals .
- Try to evaluate any of the underlying stress causing issue which she is not
able to share with you .
- Check that she is having adequate , sound sleep of 8 hrs .
- Smoking or any other abuse substances in any form if at all consuming
should be stopped .
- Ultrasound examination of abdomen and pelvis is recommended by
appointment with doctor .
Hope this will help you .
Welcome for any further assistance .
Wishing her happy healthy life ahead .
Regards .
No need to rush to PCP for concern of AAA .other suggestions provided.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .
* Seems to be more of gastric issue exacerbated with underlying anxiety .
* I do not think of any Abdominal aortic aneurysm and approaching to PCP for
the same .
* Recommendations for better recovery
- Allow more of soft , light diet with whole grains , cereals , pulses , legumes ,
organic fruits .
- Avoid all oily , spicy , non veg , hot beverages , high caloric , junk foods .
- Check that she chews her food thoroughly , get normal smooth bowel
movements .
- Regular walking , exercises , deep breathing , YOGA , walking in fresh air .
- Do not allow sleeping for 3 hrs after major meals .
- Try to evaluate any of the underlying stress causing issue which she is not
able to share with you .
- Check that she is having adequate , sound sleep of 8 hrs .
- Smoking or any other abuse substances in any form if at all consuming
should be stopped .
- Ultrasound examination of abdomen and pelvis is recommended by
appointment with doctor .
Hope this will help you .
Welcome for any further assistance .
Wishing her happy healthy life ahead .
Regards .
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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