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What Causes Discomfort And Pain In The Upper Abdominal Area?

Uncomfortable feeling in my upper stomach with pain around to middle of back. Had pancreatic 9 years ago. Was in emerg 3 weeks ago with chest pains and pain thru to my middle back. Suspected bowel obstruction.do I need surgery of some kind to fix this so it will not happen again. Very scared
Wed, 31 Aug 2016
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Thanks for posting on HCM
Pain in the upper abdomen radiation to the back may be caused by the following medical conditions:
-Pancreatitis given that you have a past history of this condition
-Gastritis
-Liver/gallbladder problems
-Intestinal problems including infections.
A bowel obstruction is less likely in your case given your symptoms.
The treatment of this condition will depend on the cause.Only keen medical examination by a Doctor and some paraclinical investigations may help bring out the cause.I will suggest you see your Doctor again for reevaluation.You may need tests like:
-pancreatic function test
-Glucose tolerance test
-Abdominal CT scan or MRI
-H pylori
-Stool exam
Your treatment will depend on the results of these tests.You may however have to see a Gastrologist for better management if you don't feel better.
I will advise you avoid alcohol and smoking, drink enough fluid and choose low fats diet.
Hope my answer will help you
Best regards
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What Causes Discomfort And Pain In The Upper Abdominal Area?

Hi Thanks for posting on HCM Pain in the upper abdomen radiation to the back may be caused by the following medical conditions: -Pancreatitis given that you have a past history of this condition -Gastritis -Liver/gallbladder problems -Intestinal problems including infections. A bowel obstruction is less likely in your case given your symptoms. The treatment of this condition will depend on the cause.Only keen medical examination by a Doctor and some paraclinical investigations may help bring out the cause.I will suggest you see your Doctor again for reevaluation.You may need tests like: -pancreatic function test -Glucose tolerance test -Abdominal CT scan or MRI -H pylori -Stool exam Your treatment will depend on the results of these tests.You may however have to see a Gastrologist for better management if you don t feel better. I will advise you avoid alcohol and smoking, drink enough fluid and choose low fats diet. Hope my answer will help you Best regards