Honduras
A 52-year-old female asked:
i have belching and air feeling in the chest, specifically on the left side, and pain in the stomach, sometimes reflux, taking ranitidine. it gastriti?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. David Drewitz answered
Gastroenterology 27 years experience
Maybe...: Several possibilities including acid related disorders gerd, gastritis, h. Pylori infection and ulcers. Other possibilities include biliary disorders eg. Gallstones. See your doctor. Good luck!
5108 views
Dr. Scott Schneider answered
General Surgery 27 years experience
Consider work-up.: These can be signs of acid reflux and/or hiatal hernia among other diseases. You should undergo imaging and possible endoscopy. There are medical and surgical treatments available depending on what is seen on further workup.
5108 views
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated Aug 15, 2013
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits
$15 per month
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.