Question 1

what are causes of upper abdominal pain?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities..: Possible causes of upper abdominal pain include gallbladder disease, ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal cancer, etc.  I advise you to see your doctor for further evaluation including a thorough medical history, physical examination, blood tests, and possible ultrasound, ct scan, or even upper endoscopy, depending on the above information.

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

what can cause upper abdominal pain?

Accepted Answer

Many, many things. : Upper abdominal pain can be caused by a variety of things. Infections, ulcers, GERD, heart attacks, etc......abdominal pain that does not go away is something you should really go see a doc about.

Question 4

what are the causes of severe upper abdominal pain?

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It could be: 100 different things, such as ulcer, gastritis, pancreatitis, gallstones, cancer, hernia, zoster, muscle strain.  Get your doctor to help you figure it out.

Question 5

what can cause upper abdominal pain to the point that i can't eat?

Accepted Answer

Nausea: Several possibilities. A bad gallbladder should be considered, particularly if eating brings on the pain/nausea. Okay to get evaluated by your doc, ask for Ultrasound of gallbladder or nuclear TECH  HIDA scan. If these test are negative then EGD. Be well.

Question 6

why would yawning cause upper abdominal pain?

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I don't think: The two conditions are related.

Question 7

what can cause upper abdominal pain that only subsides during and immediately following meals?

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Acid: Because food will relieve the pain from stomach acid, food will help both pain from reflux of acid into the esophagus as well as pain from ulcer.  The pain will reoccur however, usually 15 - 20 minutes after eating.  You should report your symptoms to your doctor.

Question 8

what causes upper abdominal pain between shoulder blades?

Accepted Answer

Gall bladder: Classic gall bladder symptos include right upper quadrant pain with radiation to between shoulder pain most common 1-2 hours after ingesting fatty meal. Also aggravated by certain vegetables including broccoli.

Question 9

does hiv cause upper abdominal pain?

Accepted Answer

Possible: HIV/AIDS attacks the immune system so the majority of the major problems arise from susceptibility to other infections. In line with this, a number of gastrointestinal infections are more common in HIV/AIDS patients. You need evaluation for a definitive answer.

Question 10

can scoliosis cause upper abdominal pain?

Accepted Answer

It is unlikely.: Idiopathic scoliosis tends to be a painless condition. Large curves may cause back pain.
It is very unusual for scoliosis to cause abdominal pain.

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