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Over Weight And Smoker. Have Acid Reflux, Pain In Rib Cage, Abdominal Pain. What Is Going On?

hello i need help. male 28years old and overweight . smoker. this past few days i felt a sharp pain in my rib cage both side to my back. and i had some acid reflux 4days (burning Sensation) ago and some abdominal pain all over my tummy and last time i vomit some sour white saliva no blood or color. im scared now, tomorrow il be going to see a GP. what is this? im so scared now.
Mon, 4 Feb 2013
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Psychiatrist 's  Response
Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

From the description of your symptoms, it appears that you may be suffering from an acid peptic disease. Acid reflux, abdominal pain and vomiting sour liquids are indicators of an acid peptic disease.

However, the sharp pain in the ches tand back is concerning and needs to be evaluated. Since you are a smoker, respiratory and cardiac causes need to be ruled out. So, please go ahead with your appointment with your GP to have a detailed evaluation done.

Wish you all the best.

Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
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Geriatrics Specialist Dr. Surendiran Gaj's  Response
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Reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This action can irritate the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.
You can make many lifestyle changes to help treat your symptoms. Avoid foods that cause problems for you. Making changes to your routine before you go to sleep may also help.

See Gastroesophageal reflux - discharge for more on managing your symptoms at home.

Avoid drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn). Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) to relieve pain. Take your medicines with plenty of water. When your doctor gives you a new medicine, remember to ask whether it will make your heartburn worse.

You may use over-the-counter antacids after meals and at bedtime, although they do not last very long. Common side effects of antacids include diarrhea or constipation.

Other over-the-counter and prescription drugs can treat GERD. They work more slowly than antacids but give you longer relief. Your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse can tell you how to take these drugs.

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) decrease the amount of acid produced in your stomach

H2 blockers (antagonists) lower the amount of acid released in the stomach
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Over Weight And Smoker. Have Acid Reflux, Pain In Rib Cage, Abdominal Pain. What Is Going On?

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. From the description of your symptoms, it appears that you may be suffering from an acid peptic disease. Acid reflux, abdominal pain and vomiting sour liquids are indicators of an acid peptic disease. However, the sharp pain in the ches tand back is concerning and needs to be evaluated. Since you are a smoker, respiratory and cardiac causes need to be ruled out. So, please go ahead with your appointment with your GP to have a detailed evaluation done. Wish you all the best. Regards, Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar Consultant Psychiatrist