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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Burning sensation in stomach
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Burning sensation in stomach
by Alicia-Smyth, Oct 01, 1998 12:00AM
For the past three days, my stomach has had a very strange burning sensation. It almost feels as though I'm hungry, but the pain is a little more severe. I have noticed that it is more bothersome after eating, and that taking Tums does not help. Any ideas as to what could be wrong? I do have a history of reflux, but this does not seem related.
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Dear Alicia,
Symptoms like those that you describe are relatively common. Possible causes include inflammation of the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, ulcers and infections. There are other causes but they are related to age and concurrent conditions. You should continue Tums or antacids. If you want you could try an over-the-counter agent such as Pepcid AC or Tagamet HB. If 2-3 weeks of treatment do not resolve this problem, then you should see your physician. If you have weight loss, vomiting, or GI bleeding i.e. vomiting blood or black bowel movments, then you should see your doctor sooner than 3 weeks.
This information is presented for educational purposes only.
HFHSM.D.-rf
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