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A 35-year-old female asked:

4 months i been having painful burning between throat and middle chest no antiacids works im taking prilosec 40mg i have no stomach pain but lot burp?

2 doctor answers2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Mohammed Shafi
Gastroenterology 38 years experience
Gerd: This could be reflux-recommend you see a gastroenteorlogist for endoscopy.
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Dr. Charles Rocamboli
Family Medicine 20 years experience
Too long: 4 months is too long I have untreated or under treated gerd. I would add some Pepcid (famotidine) 20mg twice a day and see your doc asap. Hope you feel better karen.
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Last updated Jan 14, 2021

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