What should I do if I experience pain in the epigastric region accompanied by vomiting?

Aug 20, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I suddenly experienced pain in the epigastric region today, accompanied by vomiting. What should I do about epigastric pain and vomiting?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Pain in the epigastric region accompanied by vomiting warrants prompt evaluation at a reputable hospital to determine the precise underlying cause. If the symptoms are due to indigestion (dyspepsia), treatment may include medications such as omeprazole, under a physician’s guidance. If the condition stems from coronary artery disease, initial management may involve sublingual nitroglycerin or oral atenolol; in severe cases, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) or coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) may be required.