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What would cause heart to feel like its burning its self? along with body getting hot? woke me up in middle of night ive only had about 14 hours of sleep i the past 6 nights

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Heart burning: May be reflux/GERD. try ranitidine/ prevecid and maalox( 1-2 x a day x 5 ) Avoid alcohol caffeine, spicy/fatty foods smoking. Eat regular meals. Also consider gallbladder at 27 heart attack very unlikely unless obese of cocaine use, but rarely could be pericarditis f/u/ w/ doc.

Answered 1/18/2021

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Heartburn: Heartburn is actually stomach acid coming up into the esophagus, causing irritation. It can certainly wake you up, especially if you eat a heavy meal within 2 hrs of lying down. Limit fatty foods in the evening. Try not to eat within 2 hrs of lying down. Avoid alcohol and acidic foods. Use an extra pillow to elevate your shoulders at night. Try omeprazole 20 mg x2 wks. If no better, see a doctor.

Answered 11/28/2017

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