Member Comments are provided by individuals and reflect their personal opinions only. Under NO circumstances should you act on any advice or opinion posted in this forum. ALWAYS check with your personal physician before taking any action regarding your health! MedHelp International and our partners, sponsors and affiliates have no obligation to monitor any comments posted on this site, or the content and/or accuracy of such exchanges. MedHelp International does not endorse the views of any user.
GERD (Acid Reflux) (Expert Forum)
Pain in the Chest Area
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
This forum is for questions and support regarding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) / Acid Reflux with topics including: Causes, Constipation, Diagnosis, Diarrhea, Drugs and OTC medications, Living with GERD, Loss of Appetite, Preventing Flare-ups, Research, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Support, Surgery, Tests, Treatments.
Pain in the Chest Area
by hotmamma898, Oct 23, 2008 01:36PM
I have recently began having problems with heartburn this year. About two weeks ago it's gotten a lot worse and nothing i take or do makes it better. I have severe chest pain and it feels like my chest is being ripped open. At times the pain is so severe that i have trouble breathing. I'm not sure what's going on but i was wondering if it might be GERD. How would you know? Thanks!
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Oct 23, 2008 09:35PM
, Oct 23, 2008 09:35PM
Hi,
This could be GERD.
24 hours pH monitoring test would be helpful in diagnosing it.
EKG has to be done to rule out heart disease.
Respiratory problems can also cause chest pain and breathing problems. A chest x-ray would be helpful to rule out respiratory problems.
================================================================
The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
This could be GERD.
24 hours pH monitoring test would be helpful in diagnosing it.
EKG has to be done to rule out heart disease.
Respiratory problems can also cause chest pain and breathing problems. A chest x-ray would be helpful to rule out respiratory problems.
================================================================
The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
