Dr. Vandana Andrews
General Practitioner
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Hi doctor,
I had H.pylori a year ago and was given medication and it resolved. Since then, I have had pain in my upper abdomen on the left side or rather I would say below my rib cage towards the middle of my stomach. This pain is burning and starts in the morning and continues throughout the day. The pain used to subside upon eating but now it does not happen so. When I press on the left side of my stomach the pain hurts only in a specific area. It feels as if it is quite inflamed inside. This is accompanied by excessing burping all day. Sometimes, Gaviscon helps but I took Omeprazole for one year and it does not work anymore. I had an endoscopy done but nothing could be found and I was told that I have a Z line. I tried drinking lime and water for a week every night before sleeping and stopped eating late at night and the pain went. However, now it has returned back. Please help.
Hi,
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I am here to provide you with the best medical advice.
Based on your description, it is possible that you may be experiencing symptoms of post-H. pylori syndrome, which can occur after eradication of the bacteria. This syndrome can cause a variety of symptoms, including upper abdominal pain, bloating, burping, and indigestion. The pain you are experiencing seems to be located in the left upper quadrant of your abdomen, which is the area where the stomach meets the spleen. This area is known as the splenic flexure, and it is possible that you may have inflammation or irritation in this area.
It is also possible that you may have a condition called functional dyspepsia, which is a chronic disorder that affects digestion and can cause a variety of symptoms, including upper abdominal pain, bloating, and burping.
In either case, it is best to consult a healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation and personalized treatment plan. They may recommend lifestyle modifications, such as avoiding certain foods or eating smaller, more frequent meals, as well as medication to help manage your symptoms. In some cases, additional testing, such as an upper endoscopy or a breath test, may be recommended to further evaluate your condition.
I hope this helps.
Thank you.
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