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Suggest Treatment For Abdominal Bloating, Chest Pain And Acid Reflux
Question: Last night I had severe bloating, with pain upper right chest and pain in my side, took several hours to get relief. still have gas and slight distension this morning with some chest pain. I take gabapentin, hydralazine , metformin, diovan, norvasc and baby asprin, also having back and pain in lower back right side
Brief Answer:
As explained below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
To recapitulate: Male/77 - severe bloating last night - pain upper right chest, side, back, lower back on right side - took several hours to get relief - taking gabapentin, hydralazine , metformin, diovan, norvasc and baby aspirin ...
As per the history you have provided this looks to be related to the intestines wherein the pain in the chest and back; can be a referred one or due to problem in the lungs and/or pleura.
I would advise you the following in such a condition since you had severe bloating and pains as explained.
Consult your Doctor or at ER for clinical evaluation, actual examination of abdomen, auscultation for respiratory system, and insist for investigations like:
X-ray of the abdomen in standing position as it gives clue about bloating.
X-ray of the chest.
Ultrasound of the abdomen.
Tests of blood, urine and stool.
This will give idea about the causes, guide for the plan of treatment.
I hope this answer helps you to get an early and proper diagnosis and proper management as per the cause found.
As explained below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
To recapitulate: Male/77 - severe bloating last night - pain upper right chest, side, back, lower back on right side - took several hours to get relief - taking gabapentin, hydralazine , metformin, diovan, norvasc and baby aspirin ...
As per the history you have provided this looks to be related to the intestines wherein the pain in the chest and back; can be a referred one or due to problem in the lungs and/or pleura.
I would advise you the following in such a condition since you had severe bloating and pains as explained.
Consult your Doctor or at ER for clinical evaluation, actual examination of abdomen, auscultation for respiratory system, and insist for investigations like:
X-ray of the abdomen in standing position as it gives clue about bloating.
X-ray of the chest.
Ultrasound of the abdomen.
Tests of blood, urine and stool.
This will give idea about the causes, guide for the plan of treatment.
I hope this answer helps you to get an early and proper diagnosis and proper management as per the cause found.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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