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What Causes Chest Pain During A Bowel Movement When Diagnosed With GERD?
I have IBS and have recently developed GERD. I ve tried everything but to no avail, and over the past few weeks, I ve noticed that when my chest pain starts (and it s horrible!), if I have a bowel movement, the pain in my chest stops almost immediately. This chest pain occurs 1 to 3 times a day. i m terribly frustrated and a bit depressed because this is no way to live! What else can I do?????
Thu, 12 Dec 2019
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Hi,
Symptoms of GERD include a burning sensation in the chest (heartburn), sometimes spreading to the throat accompanied by a bitter taste in the mouth, regurgitation of food or liquid (acid reflux), chest pain accompanied by some other symptoms. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a bowel disorder that has frustrating and debilitating symptoms, including Abdominal pain, Cramping or bloating, Excess gas, Diarrhea or constipation, or alternating bouts of each. Diet and lifestyle changes that reduce stress should benefit both IBS and GERD.
An elimination diet that starts with very bland and simple foods, and then introduces new food groups in stages, may help identify foods that trigger symptoms. Each condition could be treated separately with medications. Antacids and acid-blocking medications are typically used for GERD. Antispasmodics and anti-anxiety medications are common, first-line treatments for IBS.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Akanksha Pandit, Dentist
Symptoms of GERD include a burning sensation in the chest (heartburn), sometimes spreading to the throat accompanied by a bitter taste in the mouth, regurgitation of food or liquid (acid reflux), chest pain accompanied by some other symptoms. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a bowel disorder that has frustrating and debilitating symptoms, including Abdominal pain, Cramping or bloating, Excess gas, Diarrhea or constipation, or alternating bouts of each. Diet and lifestyle changes that reduce stress should benefit both IBS and GERD.
An elimination diet that starts with very bland and simple foods, and then introduces new food groups in stages, may help identify foods that trigger symptoms. Each condition could be treated separately with medications. Antacids and acid-blocking medications are typically used for GERD. Antispasmodics and anti-anxiety medications are common, first-line treatments for IBS.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Akanksha Pandit, Dentist
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