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Urology (Expert Forum)
Pain
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
Kevin Pho, MD
Boston - MA
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Pain
by nomore098765, Feb 18, 2006 12:00AM
About 6 months ago I was stricken by unexplained malaise and pain. The pain has always been in my upper right abdomen going through to the back and radiating around the side. I have had an MRI, liver function test, every blood test imagineable and still nothing. For a while they thought Pancreatitis then Gallstone then when the MRI showed nothing my doctor said that it must be Muscle/Skeletal. At the same time my eyes are very irritated all day long. I am at the end of my rope and just want to end this. What could be causing all of the symptoms I dont understand. I am 29 and in pretty good health, could you even refer a specialist in New York City who will hunt this down without making me feel crazy for suggesting that I have pain that the cause for has not been found?
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Feb 20, 2006 12:00AM
, Feb 20, 2006 12:00AM
The MRI of the abdomen is a pretty comprehensive test. Other options to consider would be an upper GI series/upper endoscopy (to evaluate the upper GI tract), as well as a HIDA scan with CCK stimulation. The latter test can evaluate the gallbladder ejection fraction. If low, there are some studies that suggest removing the gallbladder can be of help.
I would discuss these options with a GI specialist - your personal physician can recommend one in your area.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
I would discuss these options with a GI specialist - your personal physician can recommend one in your area.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
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