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  • Female
  • 29 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I was just diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease last week and I'm dealing with this burning pain on the left side of my back around the breastbone and I'm also having shortness of breath. The doctor said it's GERD and I'm on medication, which is helping, but I'm still facing this breathing issue. Every 10 minutes or so, I feel like I need to take a deep breath or else there's this pressure and tightness in my chest. My blood tests came back normal with an HB of 13. Why do I feel like taking a deep breath every 10 minutes? Could you suggest any breathing exercises or regular exercises that might help with this?

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yes go ahead

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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

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I'm really worried because I've had gastritis since 1998, but these past two weeks have been different. I've been feeling this nagging burning sensation in my upper chest that spreads to my upper back and sometimes even to my arms. It gets worse when I'm lying down in bed, making it quite uncomfortable. I've tried taking some antacid tablets and they worked a bit, but the pain is still pretty intense and annoying. Could this be something more serious, or is there something else you'd recommend I do to get this under control?

check PH LEVEL OF OESOPHAGUS

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I've been dealing with some really uncomfortable symptoms and I'm getting kinda worried. My stomach has been bothering me a lot with gastritis, and Im burping a lot too. I feel this pain on the left side of my abdomen and this heaviness in the middle of my chest, especially when I try to sleep. There's this weird tight feeling in my throat and one side of my nose swells up. Whenever I take a deep breath, my ear kinda closes off which feels strange. When Im trying to sleep, sometimes my heart starts racing and I find it hard to breathe. My head feels heavy throughout the day which is really annoying. I havent lost any weight, Im not losing my appetite, and I dont smoke or drinkI'm vegetarian too. Does this all sound serious? Any idea what might be going on?

it is due to sinusitis or deviated nasal septum. take steam inhalation

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Based on your symptoms and lifestyle habits, here are some possible explanations: _Possible Causes_ 1. _Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)_: Your symptoms of regular gas, watery or semi-solid stool, and loose motions after consuming chilly food are consistent with IBS. 2. _Food intolerance_: You may be experiencing intolerance to certain foods, such as dairy, gluten, or spicy foods. 3. _Gut sensitivity_: Your gut may be sensitive to certain foods or temperatures, leading to digestive issues. _Recommendations_ 1. _Keep a food diary_: Track your food intake and symptoms to identify potential trigger foods. 2. _Avoid trigger foods_: If you notice certain foods exacerbate your symptoms, try to avoid them. 3. _Probiotics_: Consider adding probiotics to your diet to promote gut health. 4. _Consult a gastroenterologist_: If your symptoms persist or worsen, consult a specialist for personalized guidance.

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