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I Feel A Pulsing And Bulging Sensation Below My Left

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Posted on Sun, 17 May 2020
Question: I feel a pulsing and bulging sensation below my left rib cage, it has been going on for many hours now and I am very worried, please help me
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Answered by Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Can be due to spleen bruit or stomach distension

Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to Ask a doctor. Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible. First of all it's sad to know what you had been going through lately.

Based on the history you have shared, it should be evaluated in detail as most likely it can be due to stomach distension caused by gases etc however on examination below rib cage for any splenic enlargement or any pulsating blood vessel causing splenic bruit.

For reassurance ultrasound abdomen may be needed. It's less likely due to any chest or heart related condition.

Oral antacids like omerperazole before meals as well as motilly agents like domperidone may be helpful. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Regards
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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I Feel A Pulsing And Bulging Sensation Below My Left

Brief Answer: Can be due to spleen bruit or stomach distension Detailed Answer: Hi! Welcome to Ask a doctor. Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible. First of all it's sad to know what you had been going through lately. Based on the history you have shared, it should be evaluated in detail as most likely it can be due to stomach distension caused by gases etc however on examination below rib cage for any splenic enlargement or any pulsating blood vessel causing splenic bruit. For reassurance ultrasound abdomen may be needed. It's less likely due to any chest or heart related condition. Oral antacids like omerperazole before meals as well as motilly agents like domperidone may be helpful. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Regards