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[|Human|] Why does it feel like a tightening feeling I my upper left abdomen I feel it with my hands it feels funny but not to any one else s hands also I notice when I smoke I burp abnormally to frequent like I can stretch my stomach by putting hands in the air and I notice the area that been feeling tightened for all these years is getting darker over time
[|AI|]  Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tightening feeling in upper left abdomen. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle cramps, ascites, constipation, diarrhea, gastritis, hiatal hernia, irritable bowel syn Chat Doctor.  I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order ultrasound, endoscopy and stool test. Doctor may prescribe antacid, laxative, ornidazole or omeprazole. Doctor may also refer you to urologist for UTI. For now ear light and non-spicy and take light walk after every meal. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,