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Am suffering from severe burning on my chest amd my doctor told me its acid reflux he also perscribe medication but am still having the burning on my chest/

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I have had acid reflux for over 10 years. I take Nexium twice a day, (Rx drug). Here is some advice I'll give for helping to reduce the number and severity of the attacks, (they work well for me if I use them, but they ARE NOT a cure!)
1. Do NOT eat within a few hours of going to bed.
2. Avoid spicy foods, tomato sauces, caffeine, and ESPECIALLY chocolate after eating dinner.
3.Sleep on your LEFT side, so that if the acid gets to the top of your esophagus, it will not go into your lungs. When this happens, it usually puts the acid into your right lung and, if the quantity is great enough, you can develop pneumonia.
4. Raise the head of your bed by several inches. You can buy those rubbery type "feet" to put on the foot/legs of the bed under the head.
5. If you are feeling the slightest bit quesy in your stomach before going to bed, swallow a mouthful of a liquid antacid that you can tolerate.
6. This last piece of advice comes from something I discovered on my own and never heard anyone recommend it before, until recently I read a study which said that my advice was proven effective. I wish I'd told someone years ago! I'll bet I could have made a LOT of money! If at any time you feel as if an acid reflux attack is coming on, or you have just experienced one, get several pieces of chewing gum and chew like crazy until you begin to feel better! The only reason that I can think of for its working, is that it helps clear your esophagus of gas bubbles, reducing the pressure that builds up, and it may also send a message to your stomach to start its digestive duties as well.

I didn't mean to be so long winded, but I know what it's like to live with this condition and it "ain't NO FUN!" You might also consult with a gastroenterologist about a procedure being tried now where a skin flap at the base of your esophagus is created to help strengthen the one you already have to keep it from allowing the acid to back up into your throat.All of the treatment is usually done on the inside of your body, so there is a much faster recuperation time and no surgical scar to be seen.

Good Luck!

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Hi! If the burning sensation is on the surface of the skin, you should see a dermatologist. Maybe the pain is coming from soap, creams or moisturizer that you use and some analysis performed by a specialist could discover exactly what it is. The dermatologist could also say if you are allergic to one of your usually cosmetics.
I hope this will help you! Have a nice day!

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You can check for other medicine like which are comes under the category of pain relief drug. According to your issue you can buy pain medications without prescription online.

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Treatment for Pain and Burning Sensation in the Chest

Seek for medical attention to ascertain the exact cause behind it, and let the doctor decide the next course of action. They conduct various laboratory tests such as blood test, ECG, x-rays, and CT scan of the chest for proper diagnosis of the problem. Then the treatment varies according to the causes.


Treatment for digestive problems involves use of antacids and stomach acid blocker. Some dietary changes are also recommended. A major gallbladder problem may require surgical removal of the organ; otherwise, medicines are given to dissolve the gallstones. In pulmonary embolism, anticoagulant medications are used for the prevention of new blood clots, and if required, thrombolytics are given for faster dissolution of existing clots.


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I take a tablespoon of baking soda for my acid reflux will this hurt me?

No, as long as you do NOT take an excessive amount of baking soda mixed into your water it will NOT hurt you. Actually, baking soda in water is one of the BEST “old fashion” home remedies for acid reflux. I would not recommend consuming more than 2 doses of the 1 tablespoon/ baking soda to 1/cup water mixture . Also, be sure to give your body anywhere between 8-12 hours between your doses. If your heart burn and acid reflux persist longer than a couple days go to the doctor.
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Using Tums while pregnant

Studies have shown that nearly 80% of all pregnant women experience heart burn or acid reflux at one point during their pregnancies. Nearly 60% of women report fighting a constant battle with heart burn or acid reflux throughout their entire pregnancies.
Many of these women suffer quietly and many of them take Tums or other antacids to ease the discomfort.
Because of increased blood production during pregnancy, many women develop an iron deficiency. Anemia can cause exhaustion in the mother and problems such as premature birth in the fetus. Anemia is usually treated with an iron supplement, taken at bed time. Doctors recommend that iron be taken at bedtime because consumption of the supplement along with dairy products can render it ineffective.
Ironically, women also tend to suffer discomfort from heart burn and acid reflux when lying down in bed at night.
What doctors don't often tell women is that taking many antacid tablets can also render iron ineffective.
Therefore, it is particularly important to curb your Tums intake at night so that the iron supplement you take can actually be effective.
Studies have shown that in order to get rid of indigestion problems while making sure your iron supplement is effective, you should not take more than 6 Tums a day and to avoid taking them for at leas two hours before and after taking your iron supplement.
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Can you damage your esophagus if you drink baking and water too much?

Go to a doctor!!!!!!!!!!! you have chest pain for a reason, it is your bodies way of telling you, you need professional help. If it turns out to be acid reflux, try elevating the head of your bed frame about 4 inches this will allow the contents of your stomach to lie lower while you sleep. you should also not eat 3-4 hours before you go to bed/
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I,m having a severe gastric pain and my doctor has recently prescribed I take omerprazole 20mg daily to combat possible acid reflux.

If you need medical help, call your doctor. If you are in severe pain, go to your emergency room.
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I have been coughing a lot at night but am not feeling unwell. What could be the cause?

There are several reasons why you might be coughing at night. Asthma and sinusitis are the most common causes and could be helped with medication. But acid reflux, iron deficiency and even side effects from other drugs can also cause coughing. Visit your doctor and explain all your symptoms and you should get some clarity.

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My doctor thinks acid reflux might be causing my cough. How does that work?

Acid reflux (also known as GERD) is when your stomach juice comes up your esophagus and irritate your throat, causing you to cough. You don't need to have heartburn to show that you are suffering from GERD. Sometimes the only symptom is the cough.

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