Suggest Treatment For Intense Burning Pain Across Abdomen

Posted on Sat, 20 Sep 2014

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Question : Since dinner last night I've been experiencing intense burning/gnawing pain across my abdamin. I've been diagnosed with barretts esophagus, hiatal hernia, gerd, and pelvic floor prolapse. I'm debating whether or not to call urgent care or the e.r. but I'm afraid it will be a waste of time. They never seem to find anything when I go in. I'm also experiencing pale mucusy diarrhea,and nasty tasting belching (not sulfury though). This has actually been going on for quite awhile now.(at least 2-3 years) I really need this pain to stop. But nothing seems to be working. I've tried taking an extra omeprazole, drinking milk, Tylenol,and XXXXXXX seltzer,(not at the same time). My lower ribs are very tender as well especially on the left side. What could this be and is there anything else I can try?

Answered by Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Get a stool report done

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for writing in

We have seen a good number of patients who have lower GI infections do not respond to Omeprazole

I would suggest go for a stool examination and start antibiotics as per the reports

Followed by a colonoscopy if need be

In the mean time take Rabeprazole along with Domperidone twice a day and a probiotic twice a day

Hope this helps
Do write back in case of concern

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