Recently I have been diagnosed via an ultrasound with numerous gallbladder polyps. The are relatively small. I have been experiencing abdominal pain in the center just below the breast bone for at least three years now. Previous doctors have diagnosed GERD via scoping me with the camera via my mouth about three years ago. A CT scan was also negative. The pain has become worse thus the recent tests on my gallbladder including an ultrasound and the test to determine if my gallbladder was functioning properly. The gallbladder was found to be functioning properly but the ultrasound indicated numerous small polyps. I am scheduled for yet another endoscope in a week, but the pain is really becoming difficult. I have been prescribed multiple acid reducers but no relief. Do gallbladder polys create this sort of discomfort? Pain in my abdomen in the center just below my breastbone and sometimes pain during the night across my upper back and lower neck in the center.
Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Chat Doctor. K and I am pleased to assist you. Gallbladder polyps usually remain asymptomatic, and I do not think these are responsible for your abdominal pain. Peptic ulcer disease is the most likely cause in your case as the location of your abdominal pain is where you get peptic ulcer pain. Other causes of pain in that area like pancreatitis has been ruled with CT scan which is normal. An upper GI endoscopy has to be done to look for ulcer. I hope that answers your question.