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I often wake up with this knot and pressure feeling in the center behind my ribcage. what could this be?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: There are a number of possibilities, I would not hesitate to be seen. Reflux disease, sometimes also associated with a hiatal hernia is among the more common causes. A good medical exam is sometimes a good place to start.

Answered 3/21/2016

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