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GERD (Acid Reflux)  (Expert Forum)
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pain on left side
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist India
This forum is for questions and support regarding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) / Acid Reflux with topics including: Causes, Constipation, Diagnosis, Diarrhea, Drugs and OTC medications, Living with GERD, Loss of Appetite, Preventing Flare-ups, Research, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Support, Surgery, Tests, Treatments.

pain on left side

by concerned551, Aug 26, 2008 09:04PM
for about a week now I have had pain on the left side right below my left breast ( a nagging pain)  and also on the left side lower back by my kidney it sometimes feels like a burning sinsation along with sharp stomach cramps right below my rib cage.  I have been to the doctor several times and they said that I have GERD do you think it could be my gull bladder?  

by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Aug 27, 2008 09:21AM
Hi,
It is unlikely that the pain you suffer from might be due to gallbladder problem.
Gallbladder pain is felt on the right side.
As your doctor has told you, you might be suffering from GERD and PPI might be helpful.
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