I had a passing "event" of symptoms last month. For a few days, I had cramping in my lower abdomen and then I had muscle pain directly over my stomach. Then the pain culminated with severe pain in my sternum area - as if my ribs were being separated and someone was squeezing my insides. These pains came in waves - lasting about 10 minutes and about 1 - 2 hrs. apart for 3 days. When I had a similar event last year, I was scoped and told my stomach lining was like a 20 year old's. I had an ulcer 12 years ago. I often feel like I have IBS because I bloat after eating cheese, raw veggies or any green veggie for that matter. I do have constipation and have had black stools on occassion. I'm 40, eat relatively good diet, exercise and average weight. Have you ever heard of this litany of symptoms before?????
Much appreciated.