Question 1

how serious could it be? should i see a doctor soon? i been having episodes onan of for a year increasing since christmas.  some episodes just sharp 25 min pain behind the sternum others stomach pain, bloating, gas diareha, vomiting.
yeasterday evening i

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Pain : Pain in this area is very tricky since there are many organ systems in the epigastric area (above the belly button) of the abdomen. 
- stomach - problems such as gastroesophageal reflux, gastritis, and stomach ulcers can cause pain in these areas - usually worse with eating and worse while laying down 
- pancreas - pancreatitis, pancreatic stones/blockages can cause epigastric pain, sometimes radiating to the back 
- liver/gallbladder - hepatitis, gall stones or gall bladder disease can cause pain in the right upper quadrant or epigastric area
- intestinal - duodenal ulcers, diverticulitis, infections, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel disease and constipation can cause pain there because the colon loops up into that area 
- kidney - kidney stones or infections can cause pain in the right or left upper quadrant, though many people feel it in their backs. 
- gyne (if you're female) - ovarian pain from a cyst or even an infection from a sexually transmitted disease can cause pain in the right or left upper quadrant and back.

And all those are just a few of the things that could be going on. So, your best option is to be seen by a doctor and examined to determine the cause of your pain.

Reasons to go to the er are: 
- high fever 
- bloody stool 
- bright green or bloody vomit 
- severe or worsening pain 
- difficulty breathing.

Question 2

in er twice for gas pain in chest, upper left side. sometimes also right sided & behind sternum. also hurts between shoulder blades sometimes. ct was normal & labs normal. put on prilosec but doesn't help with bloating and gas build up. gallbladder?

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: Gallbladder may contribute to your symptoms among many other possibilities. However it will be highly unusual for gallbladder to cause left upper chest pain and follow up with your primary care doc or gastroenterologist would be best in completing a meaningful workup. Musculoskeletal or vascular sources for the pain are relatively common, difficult to diagnose otherwise.

Question 3

pain in the upper back behind the chest and feeling full and feeling of gas.

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Nondiagnostic: Although nondiagnostic these symptoms may be due to esophagitis or esophageal motility disorder. Try following a bland,low fat diet,avoid alcohol,caffeine,nicotine, aspirin,nsaids(ibuprofen,naproxen), take a medication like nexium or zantac. If symptoms persist,I recommend consulting a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 4

could gas make your chest hurt? it doesnt feel like it's in the esophagus though? it's a little more to the left behind the chest bone. muscles maybe?

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Gas: gas can cause chest symptoms such as you describe

Question 5

since a few weeks, i often feel a type of fullness behind my chest. it feels like it's air or gas, and i burp a lot to relieve it. sometimes it gets better, sometimes not. often worse after eating. what can it be? cancer or heart disease?

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Fullness: While diseases such as the ones you mentioned cannot be ruled out, they appear unlikely on captured features. Esophageal disorders, anatomic or functional, including spasm, appear more likely. Monitor and log your symptoms, liquids/solids and see your doc if symptoms persist.

Question 6

pain in sternum is it gas related?

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Could be: Could be but could many other things as well.  See your physician & get evaluated.

Question 7

chest pain just below sternum gas?

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Chest pain: It could be gastritis, or reflux disease or musculoskeletal or cardiac. You need to consult your physician.

Question 8

what is the cause of gas pain under sternum?

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Esophagus: If pain extends up beneath the sternum could be esophageal motility problem, gastroesophageal reflux disease, or esophagitis. Follow up with gastroenterologist or your pcp.

Question 9

pain in left chest at sternum, shoulder and lower ribs. some extra gas.

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More info needed...: Chest pain in a 48 year old male that radiates to the shoulder could be a sign of acute coronary artery disease. Without knowing anything else, this is a condition that you should have evaluated promptly. Have seen many men (and women) that came to my ER with "gas" and ended up with stents in their coronary arteries because it was not "gas". Call your doctor or head to the ER.

Question 10

been having this full feeling, like something stuck at the bottom of sternum top of stomach, like trapped gas not really painful, just not comfortable?

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Reflux ulcer worse: There are a few things to consider with dull pain or pressure in that area.  Most commonly, you may have esophageal irritation, as with acid reflux. Try TUMS or Pepcid (famotidine) Complete and milk, keep a diary of when it occurs and improves, and see your doc with your observations.  You could also have an ulcer, or (rarely) something worse, so if it does not improve, see your doc sooner!  Good luck--

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How serious could it be? should i see a doctor soon? i been having episodes onan of for a year increasing since christmas. some episodes just sharp 25 min pain behind the sternum others stomach pain, bloating, gas diareha, vomiting. yeasterday evening i

A member asked:

In er twice for gas pain in chest, upper left side. sometimes also right sided & behind sternum. also hurts between shoulder blades sometimes. ct was normal & labs normal. put on prilosec but doesn't help with bloating and gas build up. gallbladder?

A member asked:

Pain in the upper back behind the chest and feeling full and feeling of gas.

A member asked:

Could gas make your chest hurt? it doesnt feel like it's in the esophagus though? it's a little more to the left behind the chest bone. muscles maybe?

A member asked:

Since a few weeks, i often feel a type of fullness behind my chest. it feels like it's air or gas, and i burp a lot to relieve it. sometimes it gets better, sometimes not. often worse after eating. what can it be? cancer or heart disease?

A member asked:

Pain in sternum is it gas related?

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Chest pain just below sternum gas?

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What is the cause of gas pain under sternum?

A member asked:

Pain in left chest at sternum, shoulder and lower ribs. some extra gas.

A member asked:

Been having this full feeling, like something stuck at the bottom of sternum top of stomach, like trapped gas not really painful, just not comfortable?

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