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Should i stop taking naproxen immediately? have had building throbbing burning pain in upper left stomach area. it is constant but worse w/ each dose.
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Yes: Naproxyn is an nsaid. It's a class of medicine that can thin the lining of your stomach and cause an ulcer. Ulcers can bleed and be dangerous. Please see your doctor soon.
Answered 1/6/2013
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It could be: You need to see you physician to be certain it is not an ulcer.
Answered 3/26/2013
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