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Sudden onset burning sensation right under sternum. i was cleaning dishes when it started, i ate about 2 hours ago, pain goes away upon sitting still?
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Couple of things: This could be from pulling a muscle in between your ribs or it may be reflux disease due to what you ate for lunch. Try Tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen and see if it goes away. If it is reflux it will happen again and then you can seek advice on treatment. If you experience shortness of breath you may need to be seen at the ER.
Answered 11/17/2018
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