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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Upper Abdomen On The Left Side?
I have been experiencing sharp pain in the left upper quadrant following meals. It also leads to extreme fatigue making me have to take a nap for 30+ minutes. I get so groggy that I can t keep my eyes open and have to stop what I am doing and crash. Not normal for me. I believe it is digestive, due to bloating and reflux preceding the previous symptoms. Could it be connected to the pancreas and the common bile duct having a blockage? i don t have insurance and have not gone to the doctor so would appreciate any help you can give me as well as options to get help in my area for low cost. Thank you in advance.
Wed, 24 Oct 2018
Hi,
Generally, pain and discomfort in abdomen doesn't lead to fatigue or need to sleep.Feeling sleepy after meals is a very common condition.
It may be related to many reasons:
-Eating carbohydrate-rich foods, and overeating
-Celiac disease, anemia, hypothyroidism and food intolerance
-Sharp pain in your upper abdomen can be related to gastritis or gastric ulcer, that are an inflammation or sore on the lining of the stomach.
-You should take Omeprazol daily for one month, 30 minutes before breakfast.
I suggest you to have frequent small meals, that are low in carbohydrates. Also avoid fatty and processed foods.
Eat high-fiber foods, fruits and vegetables, grains and good fats .
If your symptoms don't improve after taking treatment and following these instructions, you should consult your doctor for a physical examination and other laboratory studies to diagnose the cause.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Suela Gjata,
General & Family Physician
Generally, pain and discomfort in abdomen doesn't lead to fatigue or need to sleep.Feeling sleepy after meals is a very common condition.
It may be related to many reasons:
-Eating carbohydrate-rich foods, and overeating
-Celiac disease, anemia, hypothyroidism and food intolerance
-Sharp pain in your upper abdomen can be related to gastritis or gastric ulcer, that are an inflammation or sore on the lining of the stomach.
-You should take Omeprazol daily for one month, 30 minutes before breakfast.
I suggest you to have frequent small meals, that are low in carbohydrates. Also avoid fatty and processed foods.
Eat high-fiber foods, fruits and vegetables, grains and good fats .
If your symptoms don't improve after taking treatment and following these instructions, you should consult your doctor for a physical examination and other laboratory studies to diagnose the cause.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Suela Gjata,
General & Family Physician
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