I have been experiencing uncomfortable pulling or grabbing aches in my upper stomach and left side of my abdomen. it seems to come in waves. One minute I dont hurt, then it slowly comes on and peaks like a contraction. I am in general good health for a 62 yr. Female. I am very perplexed by this event which started last evening.Any suggestions? I have not taken any medication.
Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, Pain in the upper stomach region and left side of the abdomen may be due to ulcer, diaphragmatic hernia, muscular pain, etc. Pain coming, peaking and going off is more indicative of a colicky pain. This type pain occurs due to contraction of tubular structure, however, there is no tubular structure at this site. An ultrasound abdomen needs to be done. Any organ enlargement or organ abnormality can be detected on the ultrasound. To rule out ulcers, an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy needs to be done to look for an ulcerative lesion, growth, and to take biopsy from these lesions. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor.