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I have a burning feeling in my chest its very mild but have had it for two weeks, smoked on and off for two years?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Burning chest: This may represent reflux from your stomach. However since you are a smoker, you warrant an exam and CXR. If all is OK your doctor may put you on a pill for stomach acid. All the best.

Dr Willson and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/19/2015

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A member asked:

I have a burning feeling in my chest its very mild but have had it for two weeks, smoked on and off for two years?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Willson and another doctor agreed

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