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What Causes Frequent Chest Pain In A Bulimic Patient?

Hi, I am 24 years old and has suffered with bulimia on and off for 4 years. I have, in the past year or so had chest pains that come randomly- but now they are coming much more frequently, on the left side mostly, and sometimes, like now, are radiating down my left arm a bit. I m afraid it s something serious, even though at check ups everything seems fine. Should I be worried?
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

It could be due to acidity or gastritis because of reflux of stomach acid into esophagus which cause pain in the chest.It could be abnormal dietary habits, excessive use of NSAIDS,stress, infrequent meals etc.Do not worry.If routine workup is normal along with ECG then you need to take medication for acidity like proton pump inhibitors and antacids.Also drink lot of water and avoid triggers,take timely meals .
Do exercise regularly.You should be fine.

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What Causes Frequent Chest Pain In A Bulimic Patient?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It could be due to acidity or gastritis because of reflux of stomach acid into esophagus which cause pain in the chest.It could be abnormal dietary habits, excessive use of NSAIDS,stress, infrequent meals etc.Do not worry.If routine workup is normal along with ECG then you need to take medication for acidity like proton pump inhibitors and antacids.Also drink lot of water and avoid triggers,take timely meals . Do exercise regularly.You should be fine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.