There can be many causes of pain in the upper abdomen and lower chest, including angina pectoris (heart ischemia), or/and heart attack, and gallstone disease. In more than 95% of cases, an ultrasound of the gallbladder will detect any gallstones that might be present. Less commonly, patients can have upper abdominal pain that is nearly identica... more

There is no compelling data to suggest that wearing a "hernia belt" will reduce your risk of hernia recurrence. On the other hand, regularly engaging in strenuous physical activity, including heavy weightlifting, will put you at an increased risk of developing a recurrence of your hernia. Sincerely, Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS www.doctorwasc... more

Prostatitis can certainly cause an elevation of PSA. If your PSA continues to rise, however, then an ultrasound of your prostate should be performed, and if any suspicious nodules are identified, then a needle biopsy may need to be performed (in the absence of a family history, prostate cancer is very rare in men of your age, by the way). There i... more