Could be H. pylori: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that can live in the stomach and can cause heartburn, stomach pain and other symptoms you describe. H. pylori infection can lead to serious problems, such as stomach ulcers and even cancer, if it is not treated. It can be detected by blood test and cured with antibiotics along with proton-pump inhibitors.
Answered 4/20/2016
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