A patient describes experiencing intense pain in the upper central abdomen that spreads to their back, accompanied by feelings of sickness and the act of throwing up.
This phrase describes a cluster of symptoms often associated with upper gastrointestinal issues, including pancreatitis, gallstones, or peptic ulcer disease. Further investigation is necessary to determine the underlying cause.
"Patient reports severe epigastric pain radiating to the back with nausea and vomiting for the past 6 hours."
Used to document a patient's primary complaint in their own words.
Common questions about using medical phrases in clinical documentation