The burning sensation that you get in the chest and behind the breastbone is called heartburn. It is commonly caused due to acid reflux, smoking, being overweight, lying immediately after eating, eating spicy food, and drinking alcohol.
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I have heartburn and a burning sensation in the chest. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I want to show the reports of upper abdomen ultrasound and stool tests. Earlier I had the symptoms such as heartburn, belching, and burning sensation in the chest and throat. Currently, I am taking Digene. Kindly help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your symptoms are suggestive of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, your laboratory reports are normal (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Reflux disease can be due to low weight, excessive acidity, or a lo... Read Full »
What could cause symptoms like heartburn, breathing difficulty, gas pain and burping?
Query: Hello doctor, I have severe heartburn, difficulty in breathing, gas pain, and burping. Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your troubles regarding heart burn and difficulty breathing. You are having GERD (gastric esophageal reflux disease), and indigestion. Read Full »