Causes of Digestive Discomforts: Heartburn or Something Else?
Causes of Digestive Discomforts: Heartburn or Something Else?
Experiencing discomfort when stomach acid travels into the esophagus is familiar to many. While often labeled as heartburn or GERD, similar symptoms may indicate other conditions.
References:
https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/ss/slideshow-is-it-heartburn-or-something-else
Experiencing discomfort when stomach acid travels into the esophagus is familiar to many. While often labeled as heartburn or GERD, similar symptoms may indicate other conditions.
References:
https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/ss/slideshow-is-it-heartburn-or-something-else
Transcript
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00:09 Alright, today we are going to talk about, Causes of Digestive Discomforts, Heartburn or
00:14 Something Else. Experiencing discomfort when stomach acid travels into the esophagus is
00:19 familiar to many. While often labeled as heartburn or GERD, similar symptoms may indicate other
00:24 conditions. 1. Angina, Mistaken for heartburn,
00:27 angina manifests as chest tightness or squeezing sensation, signaling a potential heart attack risk.
00:32 While heartburn typically occurs after meals or when reclining,
00:36 angina tends to manifest after physical exertion. 2. Heart attack, Unlike heartburn, a heart attack
00:42 presents spreading pressure extending to jaw, arm, or back, accompanied by breathlessness,
00:46 cold sweats, and nausea. Heart attacks is an medical emergency, call ambulance immediately.
00:52 3. Gallstones, Following fatty meals, gallstones cause abdominal pain particularly on the right
00:57 side radiating to shoulder or rib cage, requiring prompt medical attention.
01:00 4. Stomach ulcer, Ulcers result in stomach pain accompanied by belching and bloating
01:05 worsened by fatty foods, necessitating medication for relief. Nighttime and post-meal aggravation
01:11 of symptoms are common indicators. 5. Hiatal hernia,
01:14 Weak diaphragm muscles allow part of the stomach to protrude upwards and increase acid reflux risk,
01:19 demanding attention to alleviate discomfort. 6. Anxiety, Intricate connection of brain and
01:24 gut means stress triggers physical symptoms like heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, or constipation.
01:29 Mitigation by stress management techniques such as meditation and counseling.
01:33 7. Esophageal spasm, Sometimes your throat muscles tighten when they shouldn't,
01:37 particularly if you are over 60. Symptoms including intense chest pain, feeling like
01:42 something is stuck in your throat, and swallowing difficulties which warrant medical evaluation.
01:46 8. Esophagitis, Inflammation of the esophageal lining make you struggle to swallow,
01:51 feelings pain in the rib cage, and feeling like something is stuck in your throat.
01:55 This requires pain management and treatment targeting underlying causes, often related to GERD.
02:00 9. Esophageal cancer, Persistent heartburn may elevate the risk of esophageal cancer,
02:05 warranting thorough evaluation, including endoscopic examination, if symptoms persist
02:09 despite treatment. Additional symptoms such as swallowing difficulties, weight loss,
02:14 coughing, or hoarseness necessitate medical attention.
02:17 10. Pleuritis, Mimicking heartburn, pleuritis or inflammation of chest lining intensifies with
02:22 breathing, coughing, sneezing, and may accompany fever, requiring tailored treatment and pain
02:27 management. Being mindful of these conditions and seeking timely medical guidance ensures
02:31 appropriate management, promoting overall well-being. Thanks for watching, Sunbro.
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