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Burning Sensation In Esophagus, Getting Worse. Had Spicy Food. What Can Be Done?
Yes please. I am 56 years old and in great health. The last couple of days I've had this burning where I know my esophagus is. I woke up several times last night with this. When I rolled over on my side it was worse. I've taken tums (for the first time) with no relief. I've not eaten any spicy foods lately, (even though they haven't bothered me in the past) Can you help me figure this out? Or at least have suggestions what I can do? Thank you. Shirley
Thu, 25 Apr 2013
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Chest pain can occur as a result of problems in any structure in the chest: the skin, muscles and other soft tissue, bones such as the sternum or ribs, lungs, heart, esophagus.
Burning discomfort in the chest is usually as a result of gastroesophageal reflux.As you correctly implied it can be brought on by the use of spicy foods but there are other causes such as: acidic/ fatty or fried foods, excess weight which would put pressure on the stomach, using large meals, laying down too soon after eating.
You can try to modify the above factors. Additionally you can try elevating the head of the bed.
If the lifestyle measures are not effective then you can consider visiting your doctor for an evaluation because medication may be necessary.
I hope this helps
Chest pain can occur as a result of problems in any structure in the chest: the skin, muscles and other soft tissue, bones such as the sternum or ribs, lungs, heart, esophagus.
Burning discomfort in the chest is usually as a result of gastroesophageal reflux.As you correctly implied it can be brought on by the use of spicy foods but there are other causes such as: acidic/ fatty or fried foods, excess weight which would put pressure on the stomach, using large meals, laying down too soon after eating.
You can try to modify the above factors. Additionally you can try elevating the head of the bed.
If the lifestyle measures are not effective then you can consider visiting your doctor for an evaluation because medication may be necessary.
I hope this helps
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