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Thank you Teresa! Yes, I’ve been hearing many stories with similar situations, so my fight continues.
I have always been pretty healthy. A few months back I noticed I had a pattern of mentioning to people close to me that my stomach and chest hurts. As far as I can remember is about 3/4 years back. I recently discovered I am prehypertensive, not surprised as my father is being monitored for hypertension. I am still feeling the sharp pain in my lower rib cage, chest pain and some mild shoulder pain. It comes and goes, but recently does not seem to go away for very long.
I mentioned earlier I was going to see a GI, as I’ve been having stomach issues. He is putting me some a medication for 8 weeks and will re assess. He believes I may have acid in my stomach, which he also says is normal.
I am open for more follow ups with other doctors, I just need to research the best doctor to see.
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Hello again @emmie13,
I went back and read your previous posts about your history with this problem. Have you considered getting a second opinion at a multi-disciplinary health care facility? I'm thinking about a university medical school or a facility like Mayo Clinic. These organizations are research-oriented and are very good at diagnosing but also in educating patients about their disorders.
If you choose to make an appointment at one of these health care centers be sure to talk about the pain you experience. If possible. try to keep a journal of your pain and discuss when it is at its worst. For example, is it worse after a heavy meal, or after exercise, etc.? You might also consider eating smaller, more frequent meals to see if that helps.
I'm assuming that your GI doctor did an upper endoscopy. If not, that might be a good way to rule out other causes or your discomfort.
Will you post again and let me know how you are feeling and how you are doing seeking answers?