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Hi my stomach has been bothering me for two weeks now not so much pain but discomfort right underneath my breastbone i got a catscan with contrast and everything looks fine they told me i should get an endoscopy which i'm beyond scared of my pain feels li

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Get the scope: The endoscopy seems like a good idea. It is easily tolerated by most people and can give you your answer.

Answered 9/4/2012

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A member asked:

Hi my stomach has been bothering me for two weeks now not so much pain but discomfort right underneath my breastbone i got a catscan with contrast and everything looks fine they told me i should get an endoscopy which i'm beyond scared of my pain feels li

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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