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What Causes Abdominal Pain And Bloating Along With Tachycardia?
Question: I have severe abdominal bloating pain when pushing on my abdomen I have gained 12 pounds in three weeks without change in diet or exercise I've become short of breath at times I am always tired I have muscle fatigue and cramps in calves I have previously been diagnosed with current fatigue syndrome IBS depression and anxiety I have also recently experienced tachycardia - higher blood pressure on blood pressure medication not severe - my stomach is swollen as if I am six months or more pregnant but I don't have a noticeable extreme Adema any other places I am a well educated well versed in medical terminology but at this point I am concerned that I am dealing with something that will be hard to diagnose and I am looking for a direction I have had suggestions in past gallbladder or spleen issues my numbers for test on my kidneys have came back mildly abnormal and with my symptom list I have become concerned of liver damage I am not an alcoholic I smoked for 16 years but have not smoked in 13 yrs - The sudden weight gain and bloating are my main concerns right now and I just need direction
Brief Answer:
Glomerulonephritis can be the reason.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thank you for the query.
Sudden weight gain and abdomen bloating makes ascites very possible. Tiredness, shortness of breath sound like heart failure or abdomen compression to chest.
Calves spasms indicate low potassium levels.
Puting all your symptoms together makes kidneys issue (glomerulonephritis) and or liver issues very possible.
You should consult your doctor. Liver tests, blood work (with protein levels), urine analysis and abdominal ultrasound are the first tests to be done.
Hope this helps.
Regards
Brief Answer:
Internal doctor is the right address.
Detailed Answer:
Yes, internal doctor is a very good start.
Glomerulonephritis can be the reason.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thank you for the query.
Sudden weight gain and abdomen bloating makes ascites very possible. Tiredness, shortness of breath sound like heart failure or abdomen compression to chest.
Calves spasms indicate low potassium levels.
Puting all your symptoms together makes kidneys issue (glomerulonephritis) and or liver issues very possible.
You should consult your doctor. Liver tests, blood work (with protein levels), urine analysis and abdominal ultrasound are the first tests to be done.
Hope this helps.
Regards
Brief Answer:
Internal doctor is the right address.
Detailed Answer:
Yes, internal doctor is a very good start.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Remy Koshy
Thank you very much for such a specific answer to help me begin the search for answers. Would an internal medicine Dr be my first try or wouldyou recommend different Dr or Specialist?
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