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Sudden sharp upper abdominal pain. tylenol (acetaminophen) not helping what should i do next?

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Dr. Leon Katz answered

Specializes in Bariatrics

Consider ER: Any pain that is sudden and sharp should be properly worked up. It doesn't necessarily mean anything horrible but common medical sense dictates a prompt work up to rule out any of the more urgent issues like gallbladder or ulcer.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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