Hello @bordercolliecra

I can certainly understand that you are frustrated about the pain as well as the confusion about the reason for the pain. This must be very frustrating.

Does the pulled muscle sound like a possible answer to your pain? Had you done anything in particular that might have pulled a muscle, such as heavy lifting, a car or biking accident, etc.?

Have you ever kept a journal of the pain, noting any intensity (on a zero to 10 scale) at certain times of the day, like after a meal, etc.? This might be helpful as well in presenting a clear picture to your doctor. I am wondering also if the pain keeps you awake at night or if you experience it mainly in the day time?