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What Causes Heartburn And Chest Pains?

i have been having heartburn frequently sharp chest pains and like someone is sitting on my chest and i have a lump under my chin it hurts but not like having a sore throat or strep its a burning sensation in my throat kindda do i have reason to be worried?
Tue, 20 Jan 2015
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Thanks for your question on HCM.
In my opinion you are having GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) mostly.
But better to rule out cardiac cause first by ECG.
If ECG is normal than you are having GERD mostly.
It is due to laxity of lower esophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause heart burn.
Try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid hot and spicy food
2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
3. Avoid stress and anxiety.
4. Take proton pump inhibitor.
5. Go for walk after meals .
6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux.
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What Causes Heartburn And Chest Pains?

Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you are having GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) mostly. But better to rule out cardiac cause first by ECG. If ECG is normal than you are having GERD mostly. It is due to laxity of lower esophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause heart burn. Try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food 2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 3. Avoid stress and anxiety. 4. Take proton pump inhibitor. 5. Go for walk after meals . 6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux.