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496032 tn?1209642233

Woke up with my throat and lungs burning

I woke up unexpectedly this morning with my throat on fire, as well as my lungs when when I breathed in. I ran went to the bathroom and started spiting a lot. It felt like snot and saliva. Then I threw-up. It was watery and looked like blood. (I'm not sure if it was actually blood) I have reflux but haven't gone to a doctor to get it looked at again in over 3 years (No insurance). I take Zantac 150 when it flares up.

I went to bed feeling fine. The burning has calmed some what in the last half hour, still feel snotty. Last time I blew my nose the snot was the same color as my throw up. I'm also burping a lot and I'm gassy.

Any ideas?
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Hi burtmakai,
PPI stands for proton pump inhibitors which suppress acid secretion.
There are various PPI which have similar efficacy.
Discuss with your doctor regarding it.
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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.
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496032 tn?1209642233
What do you suggest?
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Avatar universal
Hi burtmakai,
Since you felt burning sensation and also not sure whether it is blood that you threw up, I would suggest that you undergo an upper GI endoscopy to see what really caused it.

Till then you may take PPI twice a day.
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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.
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