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I have pain in my epigastric region that passes through to the back and burning pain in my back that moves down to my legs, could it stomach ulcer?

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Dr. James Marx answered

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Needs Immed Eval: An ultrasound of your abdomen or x-ray should be considered. You may have an aneurysm of your aorta which would be considered a medical emergency. Rule this out by evaluation by a physician. You are pretty young for this condition, nevertheless get checked.

Answered 2/14/2014

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A member asked:

I have pain in my epigastric region that passes through to the back and burning pain in my back that moves down to my legs, could it stomach ulcer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Marx answered

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