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What Causes Intermittent Chest Pain?

my problem is when I eat something and walk I get sever chest pain and when I take water or take a digine tablet it goes off and comes again and again. I have been suffering for nearly three years and i am not going any better. Some times after meals when I sleep I have to get up with pain and it is like a heart attach I have over 100 attacks of the similar nature.
Thu, 25 Feb 2016
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
No, this is not heart attack or cardiac chest pain.
You are having GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).
Your chest pain is associated with eating and relieved by water and diegen (antacid), so GERD is more likely in your case.
You need to follow these lifestyle changes for better symptomatic relief in GERD.
1. Avoid hot and spicy food.
2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. Avoid junk food.
3. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux.
4. Take proton pump inhibitors and prokinetic drugs regularly.
5. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
6. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits.
Don't worry, you will be alright after following these things.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Intermittent Chest Pain?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. No, this is not heart attack or cardiac chest pain. You are having GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Your chest pain is associated with eating and relieved by water and diegen (antacid), so GERD is more likely in your case. You need to follow these lifestyle changes for better symptomatic relief in GERD. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food. 2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. Avoid junk food. 3. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux. 4. Take proton pump inhibitors and prokinetic drugs regularly. 5. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. 6. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. Don t worry, you will be alright after following these things. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.