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What Causes Left Upper Abdominal Pain, Shortness Of Breath And Bloating?

I'm a 35 year old female having left upper abdominal pain that goes through to my back and seems to travel around left shoulder blade.I have also been having shortness of breath with a feeling of stomach fullness.It's been going on for about a month now. Pain is worse at times than others and been woken in the night with pain as well?
Thu, 22 May 2014
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Hello!
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms yo describe might be related to acid reflux ,peptic ulcer.In this case the diagnosis is confirmed by an upper endoscopy.
The symptoms are relieved by taking antiacids gel or PPI drugs (Pantoprazol once or twice daily).
First, your doctor may ask you to take PPI drugs for a short period of time to see if symptoms improve and if yes he can treat you for peptic ulcer or acid reflux without confirming the diagnosis with upper endoscopy.
You also need to do some lifestyle changes that include:
-Maintain a healthy weight.
-Avoid foods and drinks that trigger heartburn such as fatty or fried foods, tomato sauce, alcohol, chocolate, mint, garlic, onion, and caffeine.
-Avoid overeating by eating smaller meals
- Wait at least three hours after eating before lying down or going to bed.
-Elevate the head of your bed (you can use two pillows).

If I were your treating doctor I would also advise to do a heart work up to exclude heart diseases.This include ECG,Stress test,Heart ultrasound.

I suggest to consult a physician and get examined.
Hope my answer has helped.
Take care.

Dr.Rovena
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What Causes Left Upper Abdominal Pain, Shortness Of Breath And Bloating?

Hello! I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms yo describe might be related to acid reflux ,peptic ulcer.In this case the diagnosis is confirmed by an upper endoscopy. The symptoms are relieved by taking antiacids gel or PPI drugs (Pantoprazol once or twice daily). First, your doctor may ask you to take PPI drugs for a short period of time to see if symptoms improve and if yes he can treat you for peptic ulcer or acid reflux without confirming the diagnosis with upper endoscopy. You also need to do some lifestyle changes that include: -Maintain a healthy weight. -Avoid foods and drinks that trigger heartburn such as fatty or fried foods, tomato sauce, alcohol, chocolate, mint, garlic, onion, and caffeine. -Avoid overeating by eating smaller meals - Wait at least three hours after eating before lying down or going to bed. -Elevate the head of your bed (you can use two pillows). If I were your treating doctor I would also advise to do a heart work up to exclude heart diseases.This include ECG,Stress test,Heart ultrasound. I suggest to consult a physician and get examined. Hope my answer has helped. Take care. Dr.Rovena