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What Causes Pain Under Left Rib While Breathing With Heartburn And Indigestion?

I get pain every so often under my left rib it can be severe where it hurts to breath to just like a pinch off and on during the day it seems to go away if I burp and take a gas X . I get heartburn and indigestion alot And I have alot of stress in my life . I am 40 years old 5'8 180 lbs . I don't have any other medical problems other than having this every so often .
Mon, 23 May 2016
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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.. GERD 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 chest pain, burning epigastric pain, burping, belching, chest tightness, pressure etc.
Along with antacid (gas x), you should also follow below mentioned lifestyle modifications for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid stress and tension.
2. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food.
3. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
4. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux.
5. God for walking after meals.
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 Causes Pain Under Left Rib While Breathing With Heartburn And Indigestion?

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.. GERD 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 chest pain, burning epigastric pain, burping, belching, chest tightness, pressure etc. Along with antacid (gas x), you should also follow below mentioned lifestyle modifications for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid stress and tension. 2. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. 3. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 4. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux. 5. God for walking after meals. 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.