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36 yr old male w/ pressure in upper abdomen right below the sternum. the er doc said it could be a peptic ulcer. taking prilosec & galviscon. 1 wk later still pressure & feels better lying flat.

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Dr. Marvin Den answered

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See a doctor.: It is unclear whether this is gastrointestinal or in some way cardiac related. If your symptoms are persisting they need to be investigated.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 1/18/2013

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A member asked:

36 yr old male w/ pressure in upper abdomen right below the sternum. the er doc said it could be a peptic ulcer. taking prilosec & galviscon. 1 wk later still pressure & feels better lying flat.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marvin Den answered

Dr Hoepfner agreed

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