Question 1

sudden steady upper abdominal pain 24 hours relieved a bit when lying down or reclined increases when sit up or stand pain radiates to chest & back ?

Accepted Answer

Seek md: Could be anything from pancreatitis to gas. Since it has continued i would go to an er and seek help and a diagnosis. Sooner rather than later.

Question 2

hello,
i have really back upper abdominal pain radiating from my right side.
is this a cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 3

i'm having upper abdominal pain that leads to my back..also i'm having pain on the back right side of my head, that's followed by a on fire sensation?

Accepted Answer

Head and stomach: Upper abdominal pain could be anything including something in the gall bladder, the pancreas the GI tract. Pain in the head that is not related to headache is interesting. These symptoms require a call to your provider who knows you best especially if the symptoms continue or get worse. I would also be worried about pregnancy and urinary infection.

Question 4

i have upper abdominal pain that radiates to my back. what could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Referred pain: Could be other organ that is inflamed, such as gallbladder or bladder.

Question 5

what can be causing upper abdominal pain radiating to back spine?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal pan & back: You have upper abdominal pain that radiates to the back.  Classically one could consider pancreatitis as a cause of this pain.  Drug induced pancreatitis from Lasix (furosemide) among other drugs.  You may also consider an ulcer, gastritis, cholocystitis, and colitis.  These are what comes to mind.  Your doctor will perform a thorough history and physical exam and may order tests to help you. Don't smoke.

Question 6

what can cause a sudden onset of severe upper abdominal pain with ongoing nausea and the worst burning feeling?

Accepted Answer

Tear or acid: Could be your esophagus, a tear (Wallory Wies) or acid aka GERD. Get evaluated by your doc, ask for scope aka EGD. This procedure will make the diagnosis and get you started on treatment. Okay for TUMS (calcium carbonate) in the meantime. Be well.

Question 7

good day dr
i am having upper abdominal pain just above my stomach. i have a lost in appetite and my urine is darker than normal. if i lay on my back the pain alot less otherwise the pain is server. what can it be. thank you?

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SEE A DOCTOR: Hard to say but I would consider a Urinary Tract Infection so make sure you hydrate and you ought to call your doctor may need an antibiotic. Could be a kidney stone. Really hard to say but I would see your doctor and get evaluated.

Question 8

left upper abdominal pain that hurts when i touch it. it also hurts when i breath deeply. i feel it some in my back as well. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Plenty: In that area, your lung,spleen, stomach, ribs, muscles, skin and kidney could be involved. Without any history or physical exam we will not be able to identify the exact cause. It will therefore be best to have you see your doctor or if you are in severe pain to go to the emergency room as soon as possible. Good luck

Question 9

why do i keep getting upper abdominal pain, i have had several tests done that come back negative. the only thing i have is an 8mm polyp in my gb.help?

Accepted Answer

What Tests?: What tests have you had so far? Sometimes real pain can be related to stress. Is tr pain associated with any specific stressors? Or times of the day? Does it go away on the weekend? How often does it occur?

Question 10

i am experiencing  upper abdominal pain (side: right) . the following also describe me: back pain and sudden abdominal pain. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can evaluate: Many things are in the upper abdomen:  stomach, pancreas, liver, small intestine, gall bladder, large intestine, abdominal muscles, etc...  An exam by a primary care doctor can help figure things out. Pain in the right upper abdomen, especially with symptoms that occur after eating, can be due to gallstones or other gall bladder disease. A doctor can evaluate for gall bladder or other problems.

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Sudden steady upper abdominal pain 24 hours relieved a bit when lying down or reclined increases when sit up or stand pain radiates to chest & back ?

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Hello, i have really back upper abdominal pain radiating from my right side. is this a cause for concern?

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I'm having upper abdominal pain that leads to my back..also i'm having pain on the back right side of my head, that's followed by a on fire sensation?

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I have upper abdominal pain that radiates to my back. what could be causing this?

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What can be causing upper abdominal pain radiating to back spine?

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What can cause a sudden onset of severe upper abdominal pain with ongoing nausea and the worst burning feeling?

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Good day dr i am having upper abdominal pain just above my stomach. i have a lost in appetite and my urine is darker than normal. if i lay on my back the pain alot less otherwise the pain is server. what can it be. thank you?

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Left upper abdominal pain that hurts when i touch it. it also hurts when i breath deeply. i feel it some in my back as well. what could it be?

A member asked:

Why do i keep getting upper abdominal pain, i have had several tests done that come back negative. the only thing i have is an 8mm polyp in my gb.help?

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I am experiencing upper abdominal pain (side: right) . the following also describe me: back pain and sudden abdominal pain. what should i do?

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