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Why Am I Having Chest Pains?

Hi this is abdul i have chest pain last 5 months. i checked with chest specialist he told that u have acidity problem and give some tab but still i have pain in left chest (right side) and sometime i have pain in center of chest like pain is my chest bone.so please help me to fix the problem
Wed, 23 Dec 2015
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more in your case.
But better to rule out heart diseases first. So get done ecg and 2d echo. If both are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases.
GERD is more likely in your case.
It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause symptoms of Central chest pain, burping, chest tightness etc.
Along with drugs, you need to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid stress and tension.
2. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
3. Go for walk after meals.
4. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux.
5. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits.
6. Loose weight if you are obese.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Why Am I Having Chest Pains?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more in your case. But better to rule out heart diseases first. So get done ecg and 2d echo. If both are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. GERD is more likely in your case. It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause symptoms of Central chest pain, burping, chest tightness etc. Along with drugs, you need to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid stress and tension. 2. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 3. Go for walk after meals. 4. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux. 5. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. 6. Loose weight if you are obese. Don t worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.