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How Can Burning Sensation In The Chest Be Treated?

I am prescribed a zpak bc i have a upper respitorary infection but my lungs still feel on fire, i feel weak, so my question is my wife got prescribed methylprednisolone 4mg can i take those as well or should i not....im on day 3 of antibotics and i will be done monday .....
Mon, 22 May 2017
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Thanks for posting your query on HCM
I have read and understood your concern
Methylprednisolone is a steroid and may help.However, burning sensation in your chest may point to some gastritis or GERD.I will advise:
-You continue with your drugs as prescribed
-You may add methylprednisolone but not to be taken for long.It is a steroidal anti-inflammatory and will help in your symptoms
-You may also add a proton pump inhibitor like pantoprazole and an antacid like maalox
If symptoms persist, you see your Doctor for reevaluation
Hope this will hep.You may write back if more concerns
Best regards

Dr Mbuomboh
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How Can Burning Sensation In The Chest Be Treated?

Hi Thanks for posting your query on HCM I have read and understood your concern Methylprednisolone is a steroid and may help.However, burning sensation in your chest may point to some gastritis or GERD.I will advise: -You continue with your drugs as prescribed -You may add methylprednisolone but not to be taken for long.It is a steroidal anti-inflammatory and will help in your symptoms -You may also add a proton pump inhibitor like pantoprazole and an antacid like maalox If symptoms persist, you see your Doctor for reevaluation Hope this will hep.You may write back if more concerns Best regards Dr Mbuomboh