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I have a slight, on/off burning sensation in my upper abdomen under rib. yesterday was on left side, now on right.does this have to be heart trouble?

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Dr. Frank Amico Jr answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: Given your age, it is highly unlikely that it is cardiac in nature. If anything, it sounds like acid reflux.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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