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Hi, I m 20 and last couple of days I have this sinking feeling in my chest as if my heart was sinking down towards my stomach. I didn t eat much last week but since monday I started to eat more and regularly. I got a bit bette but those feelings still occur. I m really worried about it but i guess that my stress about it maybe makes it worse. Can you tell me what should I do about it?
Hi welcome to hcm I understand your query and concern. Your symptoms are suggestive of Gastroesophageal reflux disease.I advise you to get an Upper GI Endoscopy and Urease test,complete blood picture,stool culture,per digital rectal examination to confirm the diagnosis.Also get an ECG,2 Dimensional echocardiography of your heart as a part of routine check up.Drugs like Antacids Tab.pantop once daily before breakfast,Syp.Gelusil and Digene chewable tablets.Avoid strain and coughing as it may lead to Diaphragmatic hernia.I also advise you to get investigated for H.pylori .You may also need to take Quadruple regimen of antibiotics in the form of H.pylori kit for 21 days once confirmed.Also avoid Spicy and fried foods.Exercise regularly for 30 min.Take fruits,fruit juices,vegetable salads regularly.Drink 3-4 litres of water daily.Consult your Gastroenterologist for expert management. Post your further queries if any, Thank you.
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Suggest Remedy For Sinking Feeling In Heart
Hi welcome to hcm I understand your query and concern. Your symptoms are suggestive of Gastroesophageal reflux disease.I advise you to get an Upper GI Endoscopy and Urease test,complete blood picture,stool culture,per digital rectal examination to confirm the diagnosis.Also get an ECG,2 Dimensional echocardiography of your heart as a part of routine check up.Drugs like Antacids Tab.pantop once daily before breakfast,Syp.Gelusil and Digene chewable tablets.Avoid strain and coughing as it may lead to Diaphragmatic hernia.I also advise you to get investigated for H.pylori .You may also need to take Quadruple regimen of antibiotics in the form of H.pylori kit for 21 days once confirmed.Also avoid Spicy and fried foods.Exercise regularly for 30 min.Take fruits,fruit juices,vegetable salads regularly.Drink 3-4 litres of water daily.Consult your Gastroenterologist for expert management. Post your further queries if any, Thank you.