Question 1

i felt a pinching pain in my upper left abdomen a few minutes after eating. what causes this?

Accepted Answer

I would suspect: an inflammatory process has been going on such as gastritis or esophagitis or some other digestive problems depending on your history. See a doctor for some medications such as antiacids. proton pump inhibitors etc.

Question 2

excruciating (what i think is a pinched nerve) pain left midback, which goes around left side. today crippling pain upper left abdomen.consistent!

Accepted Answer

ER-NOW!: Do not ignore these symptoms: go directly to the ER for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.

Question 3

i have severe pain in upper left abdomen?

Accepted Answer

Please see a doctor: for a history and physical exam. Severe pain means something is wrong. It could be a simple issue like rib out of place, it could be as serious as a heart attack, or esophageal tear.

Question 4

what should i do about pain in upper left abdomen + bloating?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal pain: A.Change in bowel habits to include left upper abdominal pain may be nothing more than constipation. However, at age 41, it should be evaluated by colonoscopy.

Question 5

i have a dull but very noticeable pain in upper left abdomen just under my ribcage. what could it be? it's much worse while sitting.

Accepted Answer

Many organs there: Stomach, spleen, pancreas, splenic flexure of the colon. Inflammation of any of these can b the culprit. Gastric causes would b the most common. Gastritis, ulcers, even gerd can refer there as well as duodenal ulcers. Pancreatitis is not that common. Make an appointment 2 c a gastroenterologst 4 an eval. Also u can try liquid antacids while u wait 2 b cn.It may help.

Question 6

pain in upper left abdomen (under ribs). is that spleen?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Correct. This can be the spleen. Can also be stomach. Requires work up.

Question 7

pain in upper left abdomen when breathing (esp deep breath) and moving certain ways. also feel really full. emergency?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal pain: Upper  left abdomen pain with breathing usually associated with muscle skeletal injury to upper rib cage  if your not having shortness of breath you probably get a check with your doc  other symptoms that would be cause of concern abominable pain  with nause vomitn change in stools also coughing shortness of breath fever  so if things are getting worse er check if not see your local doc this week

Question 8

was in er on friday high bilirubin pain in upper left abdomen getting worse. follow up wednesday with doc. what do i do till then for pain?

Accepted Answer

Tykenolup to 2g a da: You may take up to 2g tylenol (acetaminophen), (acetaminophen) or Norco with up to 2g tylenol (acetaminophen).

Question 9

sharp pain in upper left abdomen, just below the chest. becomes more painful during and after walking. pain started yesterday after exercise?

Accepted Answer

Pain: mostly likely related to exercise and muscle strain. Anti inflammatories may help. If persistent see a physician

Question 10

the other day i had 9, 800 mg of ibuprofen and now i am experiencing on and off pain in upper left abdomen what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen overdose: You probably have gastritis as a result of an overdose of ibuprofen.

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Pinching pain in upper left abdomen

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I felt a pinching pain in my upper left abdomen a few minutes after eating. what causes this?

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Excruciating (what i think is a pinched nerve) pain left midback, which goes around left side. today crippling pain upper left abdomen.consistent!

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I have severe pain in upper left abdomen?

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What should i do about pain in upper left abdomen + bloating?

A member asked:

I have a dull but very noticeable pain in upper left abdomen just under my ribcage. what could it be? it's much worse while sitting.

A member asked:

Pain in upper left abdomen (under ribs). is that spleen?

A member asked:

Pain in upper left abdomen when breathing (esp deep breath) and moving certain ways. also feel really full. emergency?

A member asked:

Was in er on friday high bilirubin pain in upper left abdomen getting worse. follow up wednesday with doc. what do i do till then for pain?

A member asked:

Sharp pain in upper left abdomen, just below the chest. becomes more painful during and after walking. pain started yesterday after exercise?

A member asked:

The other day i had 9, 800 mg of ibuprofen and now i am experiencing on and off pain in upper left abdomen what could this be?

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