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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
intestinalbowel trouble?
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
intestinalbowel trouble?
by Cheri__0, Jan 22, 1998 12:00AM
Posted By HFHSM.D.-rf on January 25, 1998 at 09:50:44:
In Reply to: intestinalbowel trouble? posted by Cheri on January 22, 1998 at 18:26:03:
: I would like to state first that I have had my gallbladder removed about 4 months ago. Before my surgery I had pain in the upper left abdominal area, involving the lower left side of the rib cage. Months later that pain is still there and still continueous. Pain can radiate up through the chest area, all the way down to the left abdominal area. It's very frightening! I have a history of gastritis, ulcer and diverticulitis. My Gasroentrologist insists it is radiating from the herniated disc at my lumbar L5-Sl area. I dont't understand that! I had a Cardiac Cath in July that was normal, although I have palpations often and failed the stress test. While in the hospital I had an Ultra Sound of the abdominal area and my stomach with an Endoscopy. I had chronic diarreha for months, now it has subsided. I am unable to sleep on my stomach or left side. Please, I am in need of input. Thank You!
Cheri
In Reply to: intestinalbowel trouble? posted by Cheri on January 22, 1998 at 18:26:03:
: I would like to state first that I have had my gallbladder removed about 4 months ago. Before my surgery I had pain in the upper left abdominal area, involving the lower left side of the rib cage. Months later that pain is still there and still continueous. Pain can radiate up through the chest area, all the way down to the left abdominal area. It's very frightening! I have a history of gastritis, ulcer and diverticulitis. My Gasroentrologist insists it is radiating from the herniated disc at my lumbar L5-Sl area. I dont't understand that! I had a Cardiac Cath in July that was normal, although I have palpations often and failed the stress test. While in the hospital I had an Ultra Sound of the abdominal area and my stomach with an Endoscopy. I had chronic diarreha for months, now it has subsided. I am unable to sleep on my stomach or left side. Please, I am in need of input. Thank You!
Cheri
Doctor's Answer
by HFHSM.D.-rf, Jan 22, 1998 12:00AM
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Dear Cheri,
Thank you for your letter regarding your abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is a common complaint for individuals who consult with a gastroenterologist. There are a large number of possible causes. The diagnostic probability of any specific condition is influenced by the location of the pain, factors that make the pain better or worse, patient’s age and concurrent symptoms. Therefore, it is difficult to provide a detailed list of diagnoses of conditions that could cause your pain. Extraabdominal causes such as cardiac and pulmonary disease must be excluded. Therefore, it is reassuring that you have had your cardiac evaluation. A herniated disc can cause abdominal pain, although I would expect the symptoms to be different.
Inflammation of the stomach, pancreas, colon or small intestine can produce pain in the upper left abdominal area. In view of the diarrhea that you are experiencing, an evaluation of the small bowel and colon would be particularly, important. X-ray studies and/or endoscopy, insertion of a video camera into the gastrointestinal tract. May be needed..
I hope that this information will be of help to you.
This response is being provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or consultation. Always check with your personal physician when you have a question pertaining to your health.
If you would like to be seen at our institution, please call 1-800-653-6568, our Referring Physicians Office and make an appointment to be seen with Dr. Ronald Fogel of the Division of Gastroenterology, one of our experts in the treatment of abdominal pain and diarrhea.
HFHSM.D.-rf
Keywords: abdominal pain, diarrhea, ulcer, gallbladder, cholecystectomy
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Dear Cheri,
Thank you for your letter regarding your abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is a common complaint for individuals who consult with a gastroenterologist. There are a large number of possible causes. The diagnostic probability of any specific condition is influenced by the location of the pain, factors that make the pain better or worse, patient’s age and concurrent symptoms. Therefore, it is difficult to provide a detailed list of diagnoses of conditions that could cause your pain. Extraabdominal causes such as cardiac and pulmonary disease must be excluded. Therefore, it is reassuring that you have had your cardiac evaluation. A herniated disc can cause abdominal pain, although I would expect the symptoms to be different.
Inflammation of the stomach, pancreas, colon or small intestine can produce pain in the upper left abdominal area. In view of the diarrhea that you are experiencing, an evaluation of the small bowel and colon would be particularly, important. X-ray studies and/or endoscopy, insertion of a video camera into the gastrointestinal tract. May be needed..
I hope that this information will be of help to you.
This response is being provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or consultation. Always check with your personal physician when you have a question pertaining to your health.
If you would like to be seen at our institution, please call 1-800-653-6568, our Referring Physicians Office and make an appointment to be seen with Dr. Ronald Fogel of the Division of Gastroenterology, one of our experts in the treatment of abdominal pain and diarrhea.
HFHSM.D.-rf
Keywords: abdominal pain, diarrhea, ulcer, gallbladder, cholecystectomy
time 0.5
