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Tightness In Chest, Heavy Feeling. Medical Help Or Antacid Required?
I have tighteness in my chest , it started a heavy feelin in my chest A couple days ago but today my chest get tight and I feel like I have to burp or like I need to take a breath... When I ate today, my chest became real tight. Its not heartburn ....not sure if i should see dr or try an antiacid YYYY@YYYY
Fri, 30 Aug 2013
Hi
Thanks for writing to hcm.
Considering your symptoms these are few conditions I would consider
1. Gastritis and or hiatus hernia. You can try eating light and early before bed and try thick pillows. You can try antacids but if not improving consult a doctor for proton pump inhibitors
2. Tightness could be due to muscle, heart or lung issues too.
If your symptoms persist do get yourself examined by a physician.
Regards
Dr arun
Thanks for writing to hcm.
Considering your symptoms these are few conditions I would consider
1. Gastritis and or hiatus hernia. You can try eating light and early before bed and try thick pillows. You can try antacids but if not improving consult a doctor for proton pump inhibitors
2. Tightness could be due to muscle, heart or lung issues too.
If your symptoms persist do get yourself examined by a physician.
Regards
Dr arun
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