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I have spasms while sleeping or deep breathing. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a-32-year old female. Recently, I am feeling a sort of uneasiness below the collarbone and quite in the middle of the upper portion of the chest. Initially, I thought it was a spasm but I have it for more than two weeks and feels little heavy deep inside. Kindly let me know the probl... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most likely the cause of your symptoms is GERD that is gastroesophageal reflux disease. In simple terms, the acids from the stomach regurgitate to the esophagus. Before prescribing medicines I would like to know of any possible pregnancy and your last menstrual period d... Read Full »
I have tachycardia while at rest. Should I consult a cardiologist?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a relatively healthy 68-year-old female who has been having episodes of tachycardia while at rest. This started three months ago. I also have dizziness while reclining mostly at night. I do have medicated high blood pressure, osteoporosis, and GERD. I do seem to tire easier also.... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. You have dizziness problem while lying down if you have frequent episodes of dizziness in lying down position than positional vertigo can be possible. For which physiotherapy can be beneficial. You need to check your blood sugar and hemoglobin level as well. You ... Read Full »
I have left chest discomfort, but ECG is normal. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 36 year old man. Of late, I am feeling a discomfort on the left side of my chest since the last six to seven months. I visited a doctor who took an ECG which was normal. But again after a month or two, I started feeling the same. I used to get up early in the morning at 4 AM and... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your repeated tests relating to your cardiac problem are found to be normal as per your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, it is highly unlikely to be a cardiac problem. I suggest you do an upper GI (gastrointestinal) endoscopy to rule ou... Read Full »
Could esophagus inflammation cause lump under Adam's apple?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 32 years old. I have GERD since a few years as the doctor told me after a diagnosis where he took the camera inside the food pipe. Anyway, I used to smoke then I quit but recently I smoked a bit when I was in holiday, after coming back from holidays I am getting a lump like feeling u... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The lump feeling is most probably due to reflux laryngitis. It is a manifestation of GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease) higher up near the larynx (Adam's apple and voice box). Smoking aggravates the same or can be a trigger for it. The reflux symptoms may also be voi... Read Full »
For the last few years, I have serious acidity problem. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 24-year-old male. For the last few years, I have serious acidity problem in my stomach. Every day I need to fight against that. Either I need to take an antacid in the morning or evening else it more than normal acidity. I feel a burning sensation in my stomach, and like heart bur... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As I can see you have interactable acidity, I would like to recommend some dietary modifications and medications. Read Full »
I am worried about a possible drug interaction. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am on 40 mg Pantoprazole twice a day for GERD. I just took 50 mg Voltaren for a bad back and I am worried sick. I checked online and it said no drug interactions. I have not yet taken my nightly dose of Pantoprazole, should I not take it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. There are no drug interactions between Pantoprozole and Diclofenac (Voltaren). In fact, anyone who takes painkillers like Diclofenac has to take Pantoprazole to prevent Diclofenac-induced gastritis. So, relax and take the regular dose of Pa... Read Full »
I have chronic throat irritation with fever. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been sick off and on for about two months. First, my throat started hurting then my nose was stuffy. That went on for about two weeks. The doctor told me I probably had a cold. A week later, I got a stomach virus. A week later, that went away my throats started to hurt again. A... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your summary. Sorry for your suffering. My best guess probably you are suffering from GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Before making that diagnosis I need few more information regarding your ailment. Any particular aggravating factors for your illn... Read Full »
I am suffering from heartburn and a bloated stomach. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29-year-old male with severe heartburn in the throat and stomach pain, especially at one point, gasses, bloated stomach to the point of feeling like it is about to burst, when I want to eat something, I cannot eat it properly or according to my desire, then acidity rises, I feel... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Based on the symptoms you have described, you may be experiencing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is a condition that causes acid from the stomach to flow back into the esophagus (the tube that connects t... Read Full »
I have a history of GERD and anxiety. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 35-year-old male. I have no history of consuming tobacco. I have a history of GERD and anxiety. I have normal blood tests and cholesterol. I currently take 40 mg of Protonix a day in addition to 150 mg of Zoloft. My GERD symptoms are usually intermittent and related to stress level... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have done your endoscopic examinations before, which is very reassuring. This feeling is typically associated with an event (eating tortilla chips), and since then, you have felt the same whenever you swallow without adequately chewing f... Read Full »
I have an acid reflux problem despite taking Pantoprazole. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from an acid reflux problem and have consulted a physician. It has been more than one month since I started taking Pantoprazole, and Iam not feeling better. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common condition that can cause symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and indigestion. Pantoprazole is a medication commonly used to treat GERD by reducing th... Read Full »