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How can i differentiate ulcer pain from epigastric hernia pain? had bad pain above navel after dinner. got much worse after bm. need to pick specialst
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Start w/Family Doc: It's not a bad idea to start w/your Family Doc 1st. S/he can evaluate, treat as appropriate and refer if necessary. In general, it's a matter of semantics & degree of pain as to heartburn vs acid reflux vs gastritis vs ulcer vs hiatal hernia. Of note, hiatal hernias are often asymptomatic. While waiting for appt w/Family Doc, consider antacids eg calcium carbonate, H2 blockers & proton pump inhibi
Answered 5/28/2015
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You might start: with your personal physician who could then help to make an accurate diagnosis and then determine if specialist referral is indicated.
Answered 5/28/2015
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