What Causes Burning Sensation In Upper Abdomen And Frequent Feeling Of Urination?

Posted on Mon, 9 Mar 2015

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Question : Hi, I have been getting a mild burning sensation in my upper abdomen every few weeks for the past couple of months. When it comes on, I tend to feel as though I need to urinate more frequently, but do not have a burning sensation in my lower abdomen or penis when I urinate. It tends to come on more at times of stress, or if I've eaten certain foods like dairy, or processed foods. I go to a strict diet of healthy vegetables and fruits, with lots of water - and the pain subsides after a day or two. I'm not sure what it could be, an ulcer perhaps?

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Can be Acid reflux.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome To HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney.
I understand your concern.
There are two possibilities:
1. Acid reflux.
2. Urinary Tract infection.
I would advise in this scenario to take a combination of Pantoprazole and Domperidone for a few days.
Even if it persists after that you would require to get an Ultrasound Abdomen and Urine routine and microscopy to rule out any stones and Urine infection.
I hope it helps.
Stay Healthy.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Anshul Varshney (1 hour later)

Hi,

Those medications you recommend, are they for reflux or uti? Also, can a uti carry on recurring+

thanks so much for your reply

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
For acid reflux

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The medicines i have mentioned are for Acid Reflux.
UTI needs to be confirmed before being treated.
UTI can be recurring if the cause is not treated like Stones, Diabetes.
I hope it helps.
Stay Healthy.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj