It burns right down through my esophpgus. It just started this morning. It burns so bad I can't drink my coffee. I am a healthy 22 year old. Could it be related to stress?
2006-11-03 00:28:19 · 18 answers · asked by misscongeniality711 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Do you have any other symptoms? It sounds like it is normal heartburn, but it definitely could be related to stress and anxiety. I've also heard that an injury, such as a broken rib, can cause chest burning.
Sometimes burning in the chest can be related to a heart attack, but if you're a heath 22-year-old and you're not experiencing throbing pain or shortness of breath, it's probably not serious.
2006-11-03 00:35:07 · answer #1 · answered by Colique 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it's a problem caused by something you ate, then sure, take antacid type med.
But, if it continues, it sounds like acid reflux which is much more serious. For most folks, medication will relieve the symptoms
but not cure the problem.
Acid reflux can be caused by a number of things and it's not
impossible to figure it out on your own. There is so much information available online.
here a some home remedies you can try for relief:
Eat smaller, lighter meals
Sleep on your left side
Elevated the head of your bed about 6-8"
Balance your good bacteria/bad bacteria ratio but eating more live cultured yogurt or kefir
Eat a small piece of organic orange peel- chew it well and swallow- do this whenever the symptoms appear. This one worked for me!
Trigger foods I can't eat anymore- chocolate, coffee, tea, barbeque ribs! lol
2006-11-03 01:44:09 · answer #2 · answered by CAT 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Classic heartburn (acid reflux). Acid from your stomach that gets to your osphegus (see the web link) causes a burning feeling and not pleasant. Age is not a factor but rather it affects some people more than others.
I get it relatively lightly and certain foods or drinks can cause it. With me white wine can cause me to suffer a bout of it.
I do not know if you can get Gaviscon or not where you live but it is a pleasant liquid you drink it works wonders and instantly takes the heartburn away. If you do suffer common bad bouts you should see a doctor as you can have other medical problems accuring if you leave it.
Yes stress can be a cause and certain lifesyle and recent diet and if it is rare then it is just one of those things that will pass.
2006-11-03 00:29:27 · answer #3 · answered by Spadesboffin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Common Causes:
Infection
Tooth infection or abscess
Gum disease
Pharyngitis
Thrush (a fungal infection caused by candida)
Herpes simplex infection
Cytomegalovirus infection
Human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV)
let me know more detail i mean symtons such as
Is there pain when swallowing solids, liquids, or both?
Is the pain constant or does it come and go?
Is the pain getting worse?
Do you have difficulty swallowing?
Do you have a sore throat?
Does it feel like there is a lump in the throat?
Have you inhaled or swallowed any irritating substance?
What other symptoms do you have?
What other medical problems do you have?
What medications do you take?
2006-11-03 00:34:24 · answer #4 · answered by CK 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Heartburn!!! Scared me to death the first time I experienced it. I was 23 and at work and I thought I was dying. Pepcid AC or Tagament will help along with a huge glass of water. Yes, it could be from stress or something different you are eating. Or, your body is just changing.
2006-11-03 00:32:18 · answer #5 · answered by eightieschic 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its heartburn I get it all the time. Taking Tums helps alot if you dont have tums take some pepto bismol. Otherwise drink some milk or eat a peppermint for temporary relief. Stay away from caffeine for now it only makes it worse.
2006-11-03 00:37:01 · answer #6 · answered by yournotalone 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i could be from something u ate last night, or if your stressed out could be from an ulcer, before u start taking any over the counter drugs consult a doctor, or go for a check up to make sure u are ok
2006-11-03 00:33:15 · answer #7 · answered by OU812 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like acid reflux to me...but I would see my doctor ASAP, just in case. If it is acid reflux you won't be able to eat acid producing foods anymore such as tomato sauce or fried foods even coffee and tea. SEE YOUR DOCTOR don't get medical opinions on the internet for goodness sake its a dangerous practice to get into.
2006-11-03 00:31:39 · answer #8 · answered by jupitor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heartburn, If you take Tums you will feel a lot better
2006-11-03 00:33:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Could be stress...could be to many shots of Bacardi 151 last night.
You should see a doctor at an urgent care facility.
2006-11-03 00:30:58 · answer #10 · answered by Judy the Wench 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋