esophagitis

[filbert57]

Can reflux esophagitis cause chest pain?   I have grade C esophagitis due to reflux.  Could it be the cause of the chest pain I have been experiencing.  The chest pain is not really worrisome as it is not excruciating, it is just annoying.  Also, is tea any better than coffee for reflux?  Thank

[crambone]

does the pain radiate to your back?,,does it come and go,,,worse with stress,or greasy foods?.please be a little bore spacific on all thats going on with you.

[CalGal]

Esophagitis can cause chest pain, but chest pain should always be checked out to rule out heart issues. You may want to call and discuss it with your doc.

[filbert57]

Thanks for your comment.  No, the pain does not radiate to the back.  It is pretty much mid sternum and consistent. It is not excruciating, just annoying.  I have not noticed any correclation between any particular foods (I don't eat much greasy food) or stress (though the last couple of weeks have been pretty stressful).  

I am now taking Carafate for the esophagitis and actually the pain seems to be a bit better so I am hopeful.