Tampa, FL
A 38-year-old female asked:
I feel like i have heart burn but medication doesn't help. hard to eat. i feel full. my stomach gets pins and needles. i have lost 6lbs. what is it?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Calvin Weisbergeranswered
53 years experience
Symptoms: whatever it is you need to see your doctor and be worked up to find out the cause
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Dr. David Ziringanswered
Pediatric Gastroenterology 24 years experience
Many possibilities: Your weight loss is concerning. While you may have gastroparesis, you could also have other reasons for your symptoms, such as eosinophilic esophagitis. Your doctor may recommend some studies including an upper endoscopy.
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Last updated Apr 19, 2016
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