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Pain in chest area and lower part of esophagus, pain when i swallow. pain worse after i ate. worried that it might be something serious?

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Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

? Gastritis vs : Esophageal spasms, better see your doctor for evaluation, meanwhile, antacids / PPIs would be helpful, read the labels carefully and don't exceed recommended dosage and duration, good luck

Answered 7/28/2019

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A member asked:

Pain in chest area and lower part of esophagus, pain when i swallow. pain worse after i ate. worried that it might be something serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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