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I have pain right underneath my sternum area after i eat?
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Reflux vs heart pain: Pain that is under the sternum only while eating is more likely to be from the esophagus or the stomach, than from the heart. A primary care doctor can evaluate and may begin treatment for acid reflux from the stomach into the esophagus. A gastroenterologist (stomach specialist) may do an endoscopy with a camera to take pictures and biopsy the area. A heart evaluation may still be needed.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Pain after food: There are many possibilities. Gall bladder disease, ulcer and mesenteric ischemia (see elsewhere) are amongst the many possibilities. Seek attention.
Answered 5/19/2017
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