While it may be heartburn, chest pain could be a symptom of a heart attack. Try not to worry because you’re probably okay. However, it’s best to see a doctor immediately to get your heart checked. You may also feel pain in your left arm when you’re having a heart attack. Chest pain and shortness of breath are always considered emergency symptoms. Tell your doctor about your medical history, when you hyperacidity symptoms started, and what natural treatments you’ve tried. While they may make a diagnosis based solely on your symptoms, they might prefer to do some diagnostic tests first. They may do 1 or more of the following tests:  An upper endoscopy, which sends a camera down your throat to inspect your esophagus and stomach and potentially take a small biopsy. This test is usually painless but you may feel discomfort. An ambulatory acid (pH) probe test, which places a narrow tube down your esophagus to measure acid regurgitation over a 48-hour period. It’s not painful but it may be uncomfortable. An esophageal manometry, which measures the muscle contractions in your throat when you swallow. An X-ray to show your digestive tract. Your doctor will first have you swallow a chalky liquid so your digestive tract is visible on the X-ray. Antacids usually give short-term relief by neutralizing acid. However, they won’t heal your esophageal lining if it’s been damaged by acid. Additionally, they’re not for long-term use. Follow the dosing instructions on the label to take your antacids, as needed.  Popular antacids include Tums, Rolaid, and Mylanta. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions exactly because taking too many can cause side effects, like diarrhea. Similarly, don’t take antacids for longer than 2 weeks unless your doctor tells you to so. Taking them long-term can cause a mineral imbalance that may result in kidney damage. You can buy these over-the-counter or get a stronger version by prescription. They can reduce your stomach’s acid production for up to 12 hours to help you find relief. Ask your doctor which H2 blocker is right for you, then follow the dosing instructions provided on the product label or your prescription. Typically, take them before your first meal of the day.  Popular H2 blockers include cimetidine (Tagamet), famotidine (Pepcid) and ranitidine (Zantac). Although they take longer to work than antacids, H2 blockers provide better relief. Take your H2 blockers exactly as directed. Taking too much can cause side effects, such as headache, diarrhea, dizziness, or rash. Your hyperacidity may happen because your lower esophageal sphincter is allowing acid to come up out of your stomach. A medication called Baclofen can tighten this muscle to help keep it closed. This may reduce your hyperacidity. Take your medication exactly as directed. Your doctor can help you decide if this medicine is right for you. In rare cases, Baclofen can cause side effects, such as nausea or fatigue.
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