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What Causes Strong Pulse And Fluttering Sensation Above Abdomen Area?

HI, I have had IBS for approx. ten years, on Mebeverine. however over the last month or so I have noticed a strong pulse above my belly button when laying in my bed at night, like a golf ball thumping. I am 43 year old male. sometimes feel as though left side of rib cage is fluttering.
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Hi,

The strong pulse in upper abdomen is observed in people with thin abdominal wall. It's the pulsation of the main artery, Aorta, going down to supply lower part of body. The fluttering in left side of rib cage can be movements of the hadas in stomach observed till few hours of eating. Both of these are normal phenomenon.If you still need to be sure, get it confirmed by physical examination by your family physician.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Strong Pulse And Fluttering Sensation Above Abdomen Area?

Hi, The strong pulse in upper abdomen is observed in people with thin abdominal wall. It s the pulsation of the main artery, Aorta, going down to supply lower part of body. The fluttering in left side of rib cage can be movements of the hadas in stomach observed till few hours of eating. Both of these are normal phenomenon.If you still need to be sure, get it confirmed by physical examination by your family physician. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician