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.
Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
PLEASE ANSWER MY QUESTION FROM 5/19 FOR SEVERE HEAVINESS IN CHEST AND SEVERE GAS THROUGHT OUT BODY. BUFFYBALLERINA
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
PLEASE ANSWER MY QUESTION FROM 5/19 FOR SEVERE HEAVINESS IN CHEST AND SEVERE GAS THROUGHT OUT BODY. BUFFYBALLERINA
by Buffyballerina, May 21, 2007 12:00AM
Doctor's Answer
by Forum-M.D.-, May 21, 2007 12:00AM
This question was already answered. I will reprint it here:
I agree with the tests done thus far.
The negative CT scan and cardiac tests would make other causes less likely, including coronary artery disease or gallbladder/liver disease.
A 24-hr pH study can be considered if GERD is suspected, to quantify the severity. If GERD continues to be suspected, you can add Reglan or an H2-blocker like Zantac or Pepcid to the Nexium.
If the symptoms continue, surgical options may need to be considered. These options can be discussed with your GI physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
I agree with the tests done thus far.
The negative CT scan and cardiac tests would make other causes less likely, including coronary artery disease or gallbladder/liver disease.
A 24-hr pH study can be considered if GERD is suspected, to quantify the severity. If GERD continues to be suspected, you can add Reglan or an H2-blocker like Zantac or Pepcid to the Nexium.
If the symptoms continue, surgical options may need to be considered. These options can be discussed with your GI physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
Member Comments
by mimi65, Jun 28, 2007 12:00AM
To: buffyballerina
I'm 41 (female) I also suffer from the same problem. I know I have digestive problems, GERD, Hitial hernia, spastic colitis, IBS...Yesterday I found out I had four peptic ulcers. But with what you are suffering from maybe has to do with slow transit in your colon. "Gastroparesis" it is caused by impairment of the vagus nerve. let me know...mimi65
by beststar_8, Jul 05, 2007 12:00AM
To: Heaviness in chest
I have had heaviness on my chest as well. But when I first got it I had a tingling sensations through my entire body. I was dizzy and sweating. I had just come from self-defense and went to my next class, which was meditation. I was just in haling and exhaling with my eyes closed when i started feeling the heaviness on my chest. My face started twitching and I felt really dizzy. Everything spun. The more I breathed the worse it got. I went to my school doctor and had some tests done. He found nothing. He claimed I had symptoms of hyperventilation. But why would i get that? I was meditating. It happened again a few months later and im sitting here today again for the 3rd time with heaviness on my chest. Why is this happening to me. It is a little hard to breath but this time I had just woken up. Can someone tell me what is going on? Thanks.
