can an ulcer hurt if you move?

(Dan) said:

I have pain about two fingers below the right breast. When I move my neck down to my chest, it
really hurts. I think it's a pulled muscle because of this, but is it possible it's an ulcer. I
also have some indigestion symptoms.

So, can an ulcer hurt if you move your head down to your chest?

Generally, no. A soft-tissue strain (e.g., "pulled muscle) is more likely.

I have to ask...why (and how often) do you need to "move your head down to your chest"? Reminds me
of that old joke. Patient: "Doctor, it hurts when I do this." Doctor: "Then don't do that!"

In my situation with a history of ulcers, I have never had the pain
that you're describing. From what I've learned, most pains that are
related to ulcers are more from what they call Gastritis. The ulcer
usually can be felt but you can usually determine exactly where it's
sitting. At least I could. If I were to 'guess', I'd say that maybe
you should see your doctor to see about the possibility of problems
with your gallbladder. It could also be a rib problem. So many
little things in that area. 🙂

Lisa

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Quoted message said:

I have pain about two fingers below the right breast. When I move my neck down to my chest, it
really hurts. I think it's a pulled muscle because of this, but is it possible it's an ulcer. I
also have some indigestion symptoms.

So, can an ulcer hurt if you move your head down to your chest?

Thanks,

MrE.

(Lisa) said:

If I were to 'guess', I'd say that maybe you should see your doctor to see about the possibility
of problems with your gallbladder.

As with an ulcer, equally unlikely to cause reproducible tenderness on movement. Sorry.