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What Causes Discomfort In The Left Chest?

hi jus a question i have had discomfort in my left chest for a few weeks ive had ecg and blood tests al clear i was told its my muscular wall after havin a virual infection recently when i try and sleep i feel my heartbeat more and sometimes when i sigh i also have acid reflux why ls all happening?
Sat, 17 May 2014
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Hi, according to what you have mentioned it seems the chest pain is more likely due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)..You can try simple measures to reduce the symptoms:

1.drink plenty of water

2.avoid oily foodstuffs,caffeine containing products like tea,coffee and aerated drinks.

3.Have light meals at shorter intervals than having heavy meals at long intervals.

4.Fix the timings of your meals especially have food early in the night atleast 1-2 hours before you sleep.Do regular exercise.

5.Quit smoking,alcohol if you consume it

6.You can take antacids like pantoprazole in the morning 1 hour before meal to decrease the acid levels

7.If the symptoms are still not relieved I suggest you can undergo an endoscopy if the symptoms are not relieved or if you have difficulty in swallowing,or any voice changes.

Hope you find my answer useful.

Regards,
Dr.Tushar Tamboli
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What Causes Discomfort In The Left Chest?

Hi, according to what you have mentioned it seems the chest pain is more likely due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)..You can try simple measures to reduce the symptoms: 1.drink plenty of water 2.avoid oily foodstuffs,caffeine containing products like tea,coffee and aerated drinks. 3.Have light meals at shorter intervals than having heavy meals at long intervals. 4.Fix the timings of your meals especially have food early in the night atleast 1-2 hours before you sleep.Do regular exercise. 5.Quit smoking,alcohol if you consume it 6.You can take antacids like pantoprazole in the morning 1 hour before meal to decrease the acid levels 7.If the symptoms are still not relieved I suggest you can undergo an endoscopy if the symptoms are not relieved or if you have difficulty in swallowing,or any voice changes. Hope you find my answer useful. Regards, Dr.Tushar Tamboli