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What Could Mild Chest Pain , Gas/bloating With High Cholesterol Suggest?

I am experiencing dull ache, mild pressure in the center of my chest. At first I thought it was indigestion because I have alot of gas/bloating with it, but it has now lasted 4 days with no relief. I am 43 years old, female, with high cholesterol and am concerned this may be a sign for heart disease. I do not have fatigue, shortness of breath, sharp pain. It is just dull and persistant along with some mild ache in my upper back. Should I be concerned and head to the doctor for tests?
Tue, 3 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more likely.
But since you have high cholesterol, we should first rule out heart diseases.
So consult doctor and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg and 2d echo. If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases, GERD is more likely.
Take combination of pantoprazole and levosulperide twice daily on empty stomach.
Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
Good for walking after meals. Loose weight if you are obese. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Could Mild Chest Pain , Gas/bloating With High Cholesterol Suggest?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more likely. But since you have high cholesterol, we should first rule out heart diseases. So consult doctor and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg and 2d echo. If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases, GERD is more likely. Take combination of pantoprazole and levosulperide twice daily on empty stomach. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. Good for walking after meals. Loose weight if you are obese. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.