Burning in chest

Thread Starter  

I have just presumed for the last few months that I have reflux or something...Dr did a barium swallow 2 visits ago and everything was fine so I havent worried much about it. I went and seen him about 6 weeks ago and he gave me some meds for the burning which I have taken, but it has got to the stage that just about everytime I eat I get this burning in my chest, it doest go into my throat or bring anything up with it, its just like really BAD heartburn. Does anyone else get this? I dont want to get any more fills because I am scared this will get worse. I am at a loss.

__________________
Kel

4/4/05 NSW Australia
120/68kgs
265/147.5lbs
-52kgs/114.5lbs
http://lapbandster.tripod.com/
10.1ml in VG 10ml Band

During times of stress, troubles and trials a thing good to remember is to take one day at a time.

Sounds just like what I had, GASTRITIS, different from Reflux

Only detected through endoscopy which is how I found out I had it. Do you burp alot? Do you have a full feeling in your chest?


Gastritis is not a single disease, but means inflammation of the stomach lining. Gastritis can be caused by drinking too much alcohol, prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or infection with bacteria such as Helicobacter pylori. Sometimes gastritis develops after major surgery, traumatic injury, burns, or severe infections. Certain diseases, such as pernicious anemia, autoimmune disorders, and chronic bile reflux, can cause gastritis as well.

Symptoms of Gastritis
The most common symptoms are abdominal upset or pain. Other symptoms are belching, abdominal bloating, nausea, and vomiting or a feeling of fullness or of burning in the upper abdomen. Blood in your vomit or black stools may be a sign of bleeding in the stomach, which may indicate a serious problem requiring immediate medical attention.

Ask your Dr. about gastritis. I took prilosec for 2 months nad it got better.