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Took Doxycycline. Having Burning In Stomach, Chest Pain, Throat Congestion And Difficulty In Breathing. Are These Side Effects?

I was took doxycycline for approximately 2 weeks. I had burning in my stomach, chest pain , chest pressure, feeling of something stuck in my chest, feeling of a lump in my throat, bloating and difficulty breathing . I stopped taking the medicine. However, 2 weeks later I am still having all these symptoms. I know they are from this RX as they started shortly after I started the perscription. How do I get rid of these symptoms, what could they be? I am a healthy, 31 year old, not stressed.
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Hi Amelloy,
Welcome to healthcare magic!
You have got doxycycline induced gastritis which is a well known side effect of this drug.
You have probably a tendency for acid peptic disease and may be a pre-existing gastritis which has flared up.
You should consult a gastroenterologist, he would know the regimen for you to cure this trouble.
You should avoid doxycycline anymore.
I hope this advise would be helpful for you.

Still if you have any queries or doubts, please write me back,
I would be happy to solve them.

Wish you a great health!
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Took Doxycycline. Having Burning In Stomach, Chest Pain, Throat Congestion And Difficulty In Breathing. Are These Side Effects?

Hi Amelloy, Welcome to healthcare magic! You have got doxycycline induced gastritis which is a well known side effect of this drug. You have probably a tendency for acid peptic disease and may be a pre-existing gastritis which has flared up. You should consult a gastroenterologist, he would know the regimen for you to cure this trouble. You should avoid doxycycline anymore. I hope this advise would be helpful for you. Still if you have any queries or doubts, please write me back, I would be happy to solve them. Wish you a great health!