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I eat tons of spicy food, and lately my chest has been hurting. minor pain nothing really painful..between my chest.. it hurts to yawn at times
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Esophagitis: Irritation of the swallowing tube or esophagus is a common cause . Once this happens, sensitivity to capsacins (pepper spices) will increase. To heal the esophagus, avoid caffeine, alcohol, late meals and acidic foods (tomato, citrus). You might want to increase the rate of healing by taking otc medications such as generic Omeprazole (prilosec, nexiun, zegerid) or other similar products (aciphex.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Reflux?: Your physician may give you a trial of anti-acid treatment and you may be endoscoped for reflux. Even at your age, a screen for coronary artery disease and a review of risk factors is worthwhile. Can you do without the spicy? Good luck.
Answered 12/26/2012
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