Question 1

I've been experiencing epigastric pain, nausea and constipation for the past few months. today i found dark spots in my stool. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Not sure how medical system works in Portugal but in States, we'd suggest some simple over-the-counter measures (no prescription required) to treat heartburn & constipation. Better yet, eat more fiber, drink more fluids & exercise regularly to deal w/constipation. Then avoid those foods that aggravate heartburn. Not so sure about "dark spots" in stool. So best advice is to see your Family Doc orGP

Question 2

Had 2 gallbldr attacks in 5yrs have been having epigastric pain nausea off and on for months. ab u/s only shows gallstones. stones could be cause?

Accepted Answer

Can commonly be a cause of gallbladder irritation or inflammation (cholecystitis) resulting in upper abdominal bloating or pressure discomfort, nausea ; sometimes vomiting. Often gets worse after eating fatty foods. See a general surgeon for evaluation as you may benefit from gallbladder surgery. If this is an OB ultrasound during a pregnancy, then ask your OB doctor for instructions first.

Question 3

I'm have epigastric pain luq and ruq pain. nausea and stool change. symptoms worsen after eating. loss of appetite. fatigue. pain radiates to back?

Accepted Answer

Chronic cholecystitis or gallbladder stones/sludge associated with symptoms of pain, bloating, belching and nausea is a reason to see a surgeon for a surgical consult. Okay to ask your doc to send you to as surgeon. In the majority of cases, an outpatient laprascopic gallbladder removal will be helpful to the patient. Take a friend with you. Be well.

Question 4

Is a very irregular ge junction or "z line" on endoscopy usually barrett's esophagus?

i am 4 months post nissan & had a scope for epigastric pain, nausea, and blood.it showed an irregular z line & antral erosions only; no ulcers. biopsies pending.

Accepted Answer

While an irregular GE junction is not pathognomonic of Barrett's, the biopsy specimens should let us know with certainty if such is present.

Question 5

Gallbladder removed 11 months ago.  i have been having epigastric pain for several weeks now and severe pain and nausea under the right rib cage after?

Accepted Answer

There are a number of tests, ultrasound, mrcp that you could have to rule out a retained or new primary gallstone in your bile ducts.  If these are clear an EGD/ERCP may help.  IF negative you may need additional testing. If it is not a stone then review your meds.  Many things can cause right sided pain.  See a surgeon or GI doc

Question 6

I am having painful indigestion causing epigastric pain, back pain, nausea. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor needs to evaluate you thoroughly to see what's going on before he/she can offer you suggestions.

Question 7

What causes a large amount of bile to back up into stomach? diet is healthy. working gallbladder. no ulcer. nausea & epigastric pain

Accepted Answer

Gastroparesis would cause this and would be common in diabetics. Other possibilities would be stress.  This also could symptoms of dysbiosis. This can be secondary to dysfunction at the level of the biofilm lining your gut. Addressing your digestion may help. Digestive enzymes and pre and or probitics.

Question 8

Epigastric pain, about 4/10. for about 2 days. no chest pain, have had some back discomfort. one episode of nausea. i am a 51 yr old woman. lexapro 10 mg daily is the only med i take. all family have had cardiac hx. i do smoke. more pain in area when palp

Accepted Answer

While this could be dyspepsia or reflux you should be sure to have it checked out with your doctor soon to rule out other causes. With your smoking and family history one should be concerned about cardiac problems and your heart along with surrounding vessels should be evaluated ( EKG and perhaps CT chest to rule out aortic dissection).

Question 9

My mom has persistent epigastric pain started 3 days ago after eating a spicy food. the pain is getting worse with eating. she has chills & nausea?

Accepted Answer

The chills and nausea have me concerned that she could have a perforated ulcer or an incarcerated hiatal hernia.    This may need an operation to fix, so she should be seen immediately in person by a healthcare provider.  In the absence of chills and the 3 day duration, she could have worsening gastritis or reflux.

Question 10

Is it normal to have fever (99), chills in 1st trimester? its been on for 2 wks, since the nausea and epigastric pain started but all ob tests are nml

Accepted Answer

With symptoms this complex, you owe it to yourself to call your doctor to help you make sense out of them.

Epigastric pain and nausea

I've been experiencing epigastric pain, nausea and constipation for the past few months. today i found dark spots in my stool. should i be worried?

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Had 2 gallbldr attacks in 5yrs have been having epigastric pain nausea off and on for months. ab u/s only shows gallstones. stones could be cause?

I'm have epigastric pain luq and ruq pain. nausea and stool change. symptoms worsen after eating. loss of appetite. fatigue. pain radiates to back?

Is a very irregular ge junction or "z line" on endoscopy usually barrett's esophagus? i am 4 months post nissan & had a scope for epigastric pain, nausea, and blood.it showed an irregular z line & antral erosions only; no ulcers. biopsies pending.

Gallbladder removed 11 months ago. i have been having epigastric pain for several weeks now and severe pain and nausea under the right rib cage after?

I am having painful indigestion causing epigastric pain, back pain, nausea. what can i do?

What causes a large amount of bile to back up into stomach? diet is healthy. working gallbladder. no ulcer. nausea & epigastric pain

Epigastric pain, about 4/10. for about 2 days. no chest pain, have had some back discomfort. one episode of nausea. i am a 51 yr old woman. lexapro 10 mg daily is the only med i take. all family have had cardiac hx. i do smoke. more pain in area when palp

My mom has persistent epigastric pain started 3 days ago after eating a spicy food. the pain is getting worse with eating. she has chills & nausea?

Is it normal to have fever (99), chills in 1st trimester? its been on for 2 wks, since the nausea and epigastric pain started but all ob tests are nml

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