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What Causes Burning Sensation In Upper Abdomen?
I have been experiencing burning mouth for 3 mo nths.Am taking antacids given by doctors but no remedy.Except for a slight discomfort in the easophagus (upper abdomen) I have no other complaint.What could be my problem?EE or GERD?Is there a permanent remedy for this?Please suggest
Tue, 29 Aug 2017
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* This is due to reflux of stomach acid from variety of causes as
- chronic gastritis , duodenitis - ulcer of stomach or duodenum
- pancreatitis - gall bladder dyspepsia - lax esophageal sphincter
- diet factors of more fat , oil , non veg components - stress
- certain medicines - tobacco , alcohol consumption .
* Needs detail evaluation of the cause with ultrasound and upper GI
endoscopy to reveal the root and treat accordingly .
Hope this will help you .
Welcome for further guidance .
Regards .
Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .
* This is due to reflux of stomach acid from variety of causes as
- chronic gastritis , duodenitis - ulcer of stomach or duodenum
- pancreatitis - gall bladder dyspepsia - lax esophageal sphincter
- diet factors of more fat , oil , non veg components - stress
- certain medicines - tobacco , alcohol consumption .
* Needs detail evaluation of the cause with ultrasound and upper GI
endoscopy to reveal the root and treat accordingly .
Hope this will help you .
Welcome for further guidance .
Regards .
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