What Causes Upper Abdominal Pain?

Posted on Wed, 10 Dec 2014

Question: Hi, I have had a discomfort and pain almost like something is torn in my left upper abdomen just under the ribcage.This area tends to become more uncomfortable when I have had a heavy meal causing distension in this area.(about size of half a closed fist)area is soft,swollen and tender at lower edge of ribs.

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Acid peptic disease

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

It looks like you are having acid peptic disease, in other words gastritis, here is what you should do

1. Tab omeprazole with domperidone is the ideal tablet for you. Take twice daily ( morning and evening ) 20 min before food
2. Eat meals regularly. I recommend smaller meals rather than 3 heavy meals
3. Avoid smoking, alcohol, caffeine , milk and milk products until you are better
4. Get atleast 6 hours of sleep a day

I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (3 minutes later)

Okay Thank you for your reply

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (1 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Welcome

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I am glad I was of help. You can get back to me next time by addressing your question as dear Dr Rakesh Madhyastha

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar