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Suggest Treatment For Burning Sensation In Chest Cavity, Vomiting And Acid Reflux

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Posted on Tue, 4 Aug 2015
Question: I've been treated for acid reflux for over twenty years. After eating a lite dinner last evening I awakened with severe abdominal pains and a burning sensation in my chest cavity. After vomiting a did get some relief, but I noticed that none of the food a ate the night before was digested or chyme. I know this is not normal after 12 hrs, Should I be seeking calling my doctor? I just started a new job and the health insurance is not available yet.

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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Seek medical help at the earliest.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,

I understand your concern.

Yes obviously going by your symptoms you possibly need medical attention.

This episode possibly reflect moderately severe acid reflux disease which warrants an early upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.

Further management is based on the test results.

Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Burning Sensation In Chest Cavity, Vomiting And Acid Reflux

Brief Answer: Seek medical help at the earliest. Detailed Answer: Hi Mam, I understand your concern. Yes obviously going by your symptoms you possibly need medical attention. This episode possibly reflect moderately severe acid reflux disease which warrants an early upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Further management is based on the test results. Thank you.