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I have gerd and the past two days i've been getting a burning sensation in my upper stomach and chest followed with pressure and mild pain is it gerd?

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Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

Could be: We can/t make a diagnosis over HealthTap, but your symptoms are consistent with GERD. Of course cardiac and pulmonary issues can present similarly. I'd contact your physician.

Answered 7/22/2014

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A member asked:

I have gerd and the past two days i've been getting a burning sensation in my upper stomach and chest followed with pressure and mild pain is it gerd?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

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