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Upper abdominal pain, what is there?
15 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Lots!: Upper abdominal organs include the liver, spleen, stomach, gallbladder, portions of the colon and small intestine, and pancreas. Pain may also originate from the abdominal wall, ie epigastric hernia.
Answered 9/5/2017
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Lots: Literally-- esophagus, stomach, colon, pancreas, gallbladder, spleen, diaphragm. Occasionally even lung/ cardiac issues can masquerade as abdominal pain. Need more specifics i'm afraid.
Answered 4/25/2018
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More info?: Is it sharp or achy? Is it every time or only sometimes? What type? How long does it last? Anything make it better? Anything make it worse? Does food affect the pain? Have you had any surgery ? How long has it been there? Have you tried any medications? Did they work? Did you injure yourself? Pulled muscle etc? Has anyone done any studies? Gallbladder? Gastritis? Any nausea? Fevers?
Answered 6/1/2018
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Abdominal pain: There are numerous causes of abdominal pain. Best bet is to see your doctor to help sort it out.
Answered 6/21/2014
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