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Burning Cramp In Lower Stomach, Pain, Hurts After Eating, Ulcer

I have had a burning cramp type pain in my lower stomach by my naval for about a week and a half now, it comes and goes, every morning i wake up with the pain and after i eat now and then it hurts or it will just randomly start hurting and the pain last from 10-45min and its a horrible pain, I think it may be an ulcer , do I need to go to the er or should i seek help from a speacialist first?
Wed, 26 Mar 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to Acid Peptic Disease.
It is caused due to erosion of gastric/ duodenal mucosa secondary to increased acid production in the stomach.
Presence of pain after eating is characteristic of a Gastric ulcer.
Investigation like Upper GI endoscopy will be helpful in determining the location & severity of the ulcers.

Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Pantoprazole preparation (to be taken twice a day before meals) & antacid gel (to be taken after meals).
They prevent formation of excess acid in the stomach & provide symptomatic relief.

And it is also needed that you take certain precautions regarding your diet & lifestyle, such as:
1. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods
2. Drink lots of water to maintain adequate hydration
3. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc.
4. Avoid smoking & alcohol.
5. Keep away stress, think positive.

So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination.

There is no need to worry, you will be fine.
Wishing a good health.
Take care.
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Burning Cramp In Lower Stomach, Pain, Hurts After Eating, Ulcer

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to Acid Peptic Disease. It is caused due to erosion of gastric/ duodenal mucosa secondary to increased acid production in the stomach. Presence of pain after eating is characteristic of a Gastric ulcer. Investigation like Upper GI endoscopy will be helpful in determining the location & severity of the ulcers. Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Pantoprazole preparation (to be taken twice a day before meals) & antacid gel (to be taken after meals). They prevent formation of excess acid in the stomach & provide symptomatic relief. And it is also needed that you take certain precautions regarding your diet & lifestyle, such as: 1. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods 2. Drink lots of water to maintain adequate hydration 3. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc. 4. Avoid smoking & alcohol. 5. Keep away stress, think positive. So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Wishing a good health. Take care.