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What Can I Do To Alleviate The Burning Sensation On My Chest?

Hi recently I have experienced a burning from the top on my chest down to my stomach - saw my GP who put me on a course of amoxycillin and chest xray showed lung inflammation and courseness. Since coming off antibiotics it is still there not a burning but as if my insides have been scraped. What more can I do to alleviate this uncomfortable feeling? Regards Andrea
Wed, 17 Dec 2014
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Thanks for your question on HCM.
Burning sensation in middle of chest from stomach to upper chest is most commonly seen in GERD. So I think you are having GERD ( Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease ).
It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause the symptoms.
Try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid hot and spicy food.
2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
3. Start proton pump inhibitor.
4. Avoid stress and anxiety.
5. Go for walk after meals.
6. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed.
7. Avoid smoking and alcohol if you have this habits.
8. Loose weight if you are obese.
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What Can I Do To Alleviate The Burning Sensation On My Chest?

Thanks for your question on HCM. Burning sensation in middle of chest from stomach to upper chest is most commonly seen in GERD. So I think you are having GERD ( Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease ). It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause the symptoms. Try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food. 2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 3. Start proton pump inhibitor. 4. Avoid stress and anxiety. 5. Go for walk after meals. 6. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed. 7. Avoid smoking and alcohol if you have this habits. 8. Loose weight if you are obese.