ive experienced pain between my ribcage just under what would be the breastbone for over a year now i guess kind of in the upper part of my abdomen u can feel something somewhat hard that leads from the bottom what i think is the breastbone leading down close to my belly button. its like a stabbing pain i get this when im stressed or upset in anyway or eat something spicy but latley my appetite isnt good and im feeling as though i am going to get sick sometimes when i eat ,im also experiencing heart palpitations that seems to always be happening ,im 23 years old planning to go to the doc. asap but would really like to get some knowledge as to what could be goin on
Hi ! Good morning. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. If I were your doctor, I would advise you against eating from outside if you do, as this could bring infection to your intestines and cause pain with cramping. I would also go for a clinical assessment of yours followed by investigations like a routine stool test for ova and cyst, an ultrasound of abdomen, and if clinically required, would also advise you for an endoscopic evaluation of your gut to rule out any ulcer over there. Till then, you may go for a proton pump inhibitor Chat Doctor. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor.