Burning pain in the chest

Chronic chest pain or burning sensation that comes and goes, perhaps because it caused heartburn reflux. Reflux occurs when stomach acid escapes the stomach and can be divided into the esophagus. There are many ways to control and stop acid reflux chest pain. The key is to recognize the triggers and steps taken to neutralize the acid.

Identification

Detention burning chest pain requiring medical attention. Your doctor will perform a series of tests, such as for example, barium swallow or gastroscopy performed to see if the reflux or some other conditions that cause your symptoms.

Effects of diet

Certain foods can increase the production of stomach acid and burning chest pain or heartburn. Polluter, acidic foods, citrus foods, caffeine, alcohol, spicy foods, fatty foods and soft drinks.

Consideration

Burning pain in the chest due to reflux or heartburn that is typical after a meal. Reduce the risk of flare-ups eat smaller portions to reduce stomach acid, and, while still in an upright position for at least two hours after eating

Prevention / Solution

OTC products such as antacids provide quick relief. This drug remains of gastric acid in the stomach and relieve the symptoms of reflux such as heartburn or burning sensation in the chest. Prescription drugs are also available.

Warning

Other factors such as smoking or obesity increases the risk of reflux and burning pain in the chest. Deciding to quit smoking to reduce the production of stomach slowly, and the weight to reduce pressure on the stomach.