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Suggest Treatment For Sternum Pain And Acid Reflux
I have a dull pain on the right side of my sternum right under my rib cage. I also have frequent acid reflex and a fizz or vibration in the back of my throat at night. I also wake up sweating some mornings. What could it be. I have gone for blood tests this week and am awaiting results
Wed, 9 Mar 2016
hi.
noted history of pain under right rib cage area and acid reflux. based from your description, it could be an acid-reflux disease or GERD. i would also suggest, liver function test and abdominal ultrasound to rule out any gallbladder pathology, as the location of your pain may be suggestive of it as well. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. other diagnostics and management will be directed accordingly.
hope this helps.
good day!!
~dr.kaye
noted history of pain under right rib cage area and acid reflux. based from your description, it could be an acid-reflux disease or GERD. i would also suggest, liver function test and abdominal ultrasound to rule out any gallbladder pathology, as the location of your pain may be suggestive of it as well. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. other diagnostics and management will be directed accordingly.
hope this helps.
good day!!
~dr.kaye
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