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What Causes Sore Throat And Burning Sensation In The Chest?
I have gotten sick off a work mate. Sore throat, coughing up mucas and a burn in my chest. But the most annoying thing is the excessive saliva, mouth fills up within 10 seconds and i just spit it into a cup, but if i swallow it, its kind of hard to breath and the pain in my chest is back. Thankyou! Hate being sick!
Well, all these symptoms are indicative of acid reflux and it leads to regurgitation of acid and food particles from stomach to food pipe and throat. It leads to excess mucus formation and also coughing.
I would suggest you consult a Gastroenterologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like upper G.I Endoscopy can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly.
You can be advised to take Proton Pump Inhibitors like Omeprazole or Pantoprazole. Take antacids like Milk of magnesia. Avoid spicy food and drink plenty of water.
Always take walk after meals and take your dinner at least 2 hours before sleep. You should sleep with the head slightly raised as compared to feet.
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What Causes Sore Throat And Burning Sensation In The Chest?
Hi, Well, all these symptoms are indicative of acid reflux and it leads to regurgitation of acid and food particles from stomach to food pipe and throat. It leads to excess mucus formation and also coughing. I would suggest you consult a Gastroenterologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like upper G.I Endoscopy can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly. You can be advised to take Proton Pump Inhibitors like Omeprazole or Pantoprazole. Take antacids like Milk of magnesia. Avoid spicy food and drink plenty of water. Always take walk after meals and take your dinner at least 2 hours before sleep. You should sleep with the head slightly raised as compared to feet. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.