Hello,
I would like to ask:
1. Does all these related to meal?
2. Is the fluttering sensation in chest occurs along with
belching and gas only?
3. What type of food you usually eats?
4. When all these started?
5. Is there burning sensation in stomach after eating or before meal?
I would like to give some tests:
1. Stool Analysis
2. Complete Blood Tests
3. Endoscopy
4. Esophageal manometry
Meanwhile, you can follow these:
1. If burning sensation in stomach after eating, take Antacids
2.
Sucralfate 1 g orally 2 times a day
-Duration of therapy: Up to 6 months
Other things to follow:
Elevate the head of your bed at least six inches. If possible, put wooden blocks under the legs at the head of the bed. Or, use a solid foam wedge under the head portion of the mattress. Simply using extra pillows may not help.
Avoid foods that cause the esophageal sphincter to relax during their digestion. These include:
Coffee
Chocolate
Fatty foods
Whole milk
Peppermint
Spearmint
Limit acidic foods that make the irritation worse when they are regurgitated. These include citrus fruits and tomatoes.
Avoid carbonated beverages. Burps of gas force the esophageal sphincter to open and can promote reflux.
Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
Do not lie down after eating.
Do not eat during the three to four hours before you go to bed.
If you smoke, quit.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It loosens the esophageal sphincter.
Lose weight if you are
obese. Obesity can make it harder for the esophageal sphincter to stay closed.
Avoid wearing tight-fitting garments. Increased pressure on the abdomen can open the esophageal sphincter.
Use lozenges or gum to keep producing saliva.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician