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pain down the middle of my chest down to my stomach

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December 27th, 2011
I have pain down the middle of my chest down to top of my stomach,especially when I am lying down. I will get really hot first then will have the pain. It is very uncomfortable. For over a year now. Have had upper and lower gi test. Found nothing. Hasn't said for me to do a follow-up. Why don't doctors want to do follow-ups anymore?
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replied December 30th, 2011
Pain that you describe, occurring at rest and when you lie down, merits consideration of an esophageal reflux syndrome. It does not suggest a cardiac origin. You don't mention your age or eating habits, alcohol and coffee intake, or past history that might be pertinent. Nevertheless, it is noteworthy that such a problem might not be revealed by upper and lower gastrointestinal x-rays.
I would suggest that you contact your doctor about the persistence of your symptoms. There are diets and good medications to treat esophageal reflux and he may consider trying such an approach.
Please note that I am unable to diagnose medical conditions online.


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