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Are irregular heart rate, increased systolic pressure and back pain symptoms of cardiac issue?
Query: Hello doctor, My husband is 43 years old. He has an irregular pulse, 40 to 60 bpm is his daytime heartrate, borderline BP managed through diet for a few days. He complains of lightheaded feeling at wakeup, increased systolic BP of 143 to 153 mmHg, and mild nausea with occasional mild back pain on t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From symptoms, it does not look like a cardiac issue as a cause of pain, it is likely due to gastritis and reflux. Does he also have upper abdominal pain, bloating, burping, an increase in pain on food, sour water feeling in the throat or chest burning? These are th... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old male, 6'4 feet, and around 165 pounds. For around two months or a little over now I have had chest pains and weird abdominal pains. I first went to the doctor when the symptoms began and was prescribed Omeprazole and Carafate. They did not seem to help all that much.... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. My first possibility remains of gastritis and reflux disease. Stress and anxiety precipitate and aggravates this. The probability of this being cardiac is very less in this age group. You should avoid a fatty, oily, and ... Read Full »
I have an ongoing pain in my upper stomach and back. What could be the cause?
Query: Hi doctor,I have pain in my upper stomach and back. It is an ongoing pain, and pain medications do not work. What is it? Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It could be acidity and gastritis. Do you also have nausea, bloating, burping, increased pain from food, acidic feeling in the throat, or chest burning? These are the other symptoms that may be associated. Avoiding painkillers would help a... Read Full »
Why do I experience a sharp pain in my abdomen?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing a sharp, twisting pain in my abdomen that comes and goes. I feel nauseous, and my period is regular. What to do? Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. The pain could be due to acidity and gastritis. Do you also have bloating, burping, an increase in pain while eating food, sour water feeling in your throat, or chest burning? Do you have any vaginal discharge? I suggest you avoid a fatty... Read Full »
My father has chest pain lasting a minute. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,My father is suffering from chest pain for the last six months which is during for about 30 seconds to 1 minute and he says he is feeling like his heart is vibrating, poking during the pain. He has consulted a cardiologist four months ago and has taken ECG, echocardiogram, treadmill str... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It does not appear to be a serious problem. Cardiac pain is unlikely to occur for this short time. It typically occurs on exertion and relieves with rest, and persists for 5 to 10 minutes. Such rest occurs usually due to gastritis and reflux disease. He should av... Read Full »
I have constant squeezing chest pain for past three weeks. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been using Adderall for about three years now. About one year ago, I started experiencing chest pains that would quickly go away after awhile. Then, there were a few occasions where I abused my medication and took too much. Since the last time that this happened (about six month... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Likely, this is gastritis and reflux disease. Pain occurs due to acid reflux and esophageal spasm. You should avoid fatty, oily and spicy diet. Have some walk after having food instead of taking rest. Have multiple small meals instead of heavy meals. Have regular... Read Full »
Even after removing my gallbladder, I have stabbing pain in my chest and back. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had my gallbladder removed almost six months back. However, I am still having the same sharp stabbing pain in my chest and back. I also have fatigue and nausea. I went to the ER two nights ago. They advised me to undergo an EKG, stress test, liver and kidney function tests and other ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think it is gastritis and reflux disease. To alleviate your condition, it's advisable to steer clear of spicy and fatty foods, and to abstain from smoking and alcohol if applicable. Consistency in your sleep schedule and incorporating regular exercise into your routine... Read Full »
I feel like having water in my chest, and neck which goes down to the stomach. What can this be?
Query: Hello doctor, I feel like I have water in my chest, and neck which goes down to the stomach, and underarms. The precise explanation is like a sweat inside my body that travels in those areas (chest, stomach, underarms, and abdominal wall). What can this be? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, this does not appear to be a life-threatening or severe issue. The most probable diagnosis that goes with your explanation is dyspepsia (indigestion) or gaseous issues. Does your upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, and burping increase while taking food?... Read Full »
I have lower back pain and bloating. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 19 years old. I have been experiencing lower back pain for the past three days. Tonight, after dinner, I was feeling extremely full, but now my stomach feels bloated and tight, and my back and sides hurt as well. Could you please explain the issue to me? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and understand your concern. First, tired back muscles are the main cause of low back pain. I notice that you are also overweight, which may be a factor. Avoid sitting for a long time, utilize back support, and sit upright. Completing one vitami... Read Full »
I have pain in my stomach that aggravates after eating. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, There is a pain in my stomach near the diaphragm. Pain aggravates suddenly after eating anything. Why so? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. The most probable causes include acidity and gastritis. Do you also experience nausea, bloating, burping, sour water feeling in your throat, or chest burning? I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned b... Read Full »