<s>[INST] my upper stomach has been hurting for 4 days. it s not very painful though. but yesterday my whole stomach started to hurt badly and I had 2 times of diarrhea. today is better but my right upper stomach still hurts. is it gastric problem? should I worry? do I need to consult a doctor? [/INST] Hi welcome to Chat Doctor your symptoms suggestive of APD(Acid peptic disease).  It is caused due to increased secretion of gastric acid in stomach, associated with H pylori infection. Eating spicy food, oily food, chats, and decreased sleep is are the main reason for this... avoid above food habits, take bland food. Quit smoking and Chat Doctor. .  It will subside by 2 weeks. if you have more pain you can take ant acids(Tab. Pantrapazole 40 mg daily once at morning, before breakfast)... if not then consult a physician </s>