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I haven suffering with acid reflux for last month and a half. my doctor put me on topzole and ulsanic. last night i ate pizza after a very time and nos i have this burning sensation in my chest and back. is it the acid or is it heart problems?

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Usually burning in the chest and back is from acid reflux. Although there is not enough information to understand your diagnosis. I have seen patient with what seemed like reflux has a heart condition. You should see a doctor in person

Answered 3/20/2021

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