For the 2nd time in my life, I have a suspected stomach ulcer. I am 21 years old, female, no other health problems. Im waiting for a h.pylori result, and am on lansoprozole (ppi) in the meantime. The abdo pain is getting worse, but I am waiting for this damn bacteria result.
I cant take the pain much longer, is it possible to ask the gp and get a referral for an endoscopy/gastroscopy. I dont want to get turned away, i know I am young, but the pain is unbearable.
is there anything i can say to persuade the gp to refer me?