Ever heard of a burn on the esophagus?
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I once threw up part of my gullet after eating too many Easter eggs when I was a bit younger than I am now (no I don't mean earlier this week, I mean years ago). I couldn't eat or drink for a couple of days but it started to get better very rapidly after a few days. And a trip to hospital to go on a drip. It was quite scary not being able to eat or drink, even tho I was hungry and thirsty. Ultimately it was not life changing, I still eat far too much chocolate at Easter, although generally I don't eat it at any other time of year. It wasn't a burn, but it can't be that different, right?\n\nI'll also add that I think it was increased acidity in my stomach that made me sick in the first place.
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First of all, you DO need to go to the Dr.\n\nBut I wouldn't jump to any conclusions. It's probably GERD (Reflux Disease) which would be exacerbated by the smoking by the way. Reflux doesn't have to be just after eating. My bet is that, whatever it is.. it's probably related to the upper gastro-intestinal track and most likely easily fixed. \n\nHOWEVER: GERD that goes without treatment is the leading cause of esophageal cancer, which is deadly and with the smoking, you're at even a higher risk. So, the first thought is still an important one... go see your Doctor ;-)\n\n----\nI doubt it's pleurisy... Pleuratic traumas are usually sharper pains and are persistent, not "come and go." Also, shortness of breath is also associated with pleurisy.
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This could be an indication of Esophageal Reflux Disease. Do you have frequent or severe heartburn, this is another symptom of ERD. I would suggest seeing a doctor. ERD is a problem because the stomach acids erode the esophagus and can cause severe damage.
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She should have herself checked out because it could possibly be acid reflux. This is when the stomach literally pushes some of its hyperacidity back into the esophagus. If it is accompanied by a burning sensation it could lead to a more serious problem as a gastric ulcer or esophagitis which can burn the lining of the esophagus. My sister suffers from chronic heartburn and also burps frequently.\nIn the meantime she should avoid any spicy foods, caffeine and cola drinks. She should eat small quantities of food more frequently.
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See your doctor!  There is medication that can help.  Otherwise the acid can eat your esophagus.
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I don't think so. But it could cause Cancer.You better layoff the Coffee so much.Eroding your Esophagus.
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Apparently, yes it can.  "In adults and children, irritating acidic juices may back up from the stomach into the esophagus and throat.  It is frequently called gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERN.  This may occur at any time either day or night. A common anatomic condition known as a hiatal hernia \n\nMost people do not know that acid reflux can also cause problems in the larynx (voice box) or the pharynx (back of throat).  This can happen to someone even if he or she is not aware of any heartburn, and is sometimes called silent reflux, atypical reflux, or laryngopharyngeal reflux.\n\nSymptoms of acid reflux include: hoarseness, excessive mucous or phlegm, throat clearing, a sensation of a lump in the throat, sore throat, choking spells, wheezing, or post-nasal drip.  More serious problems can arise as well such as vocal fold ulcers or granulomas, vocal fold scarring, airway narrowing, or pneumonia.  There is also a small chance of developing cancer in the esophagus or throat due to long-term acid reflux."\n\nYou should see your family doctor who can order a test called pH monitoring which can measure the amount of acid in your throat.\n\nReally good site with lots more info on this subject below.  Hope that helps!
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after every meal, consume a teaspoon of APPLE CIDER VINEGAR...  i know this sounds strange... but try it... it really works... heartburn is truly caused because our stomachs don't have ENOUGH acidity in them, thus our stomach freaks out constantly trying to produce more and more acid... AVOID things like milk, as this will make your stomach produce even MORE acid... the apple cider vinegar will help by restoring your stomachs acidy to a normal level, therefore it won't be creeping back up your esophagus giving you heartburn!!!! please try this, because it really does work!!!!
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Absolutely.  And down the esophagus.  Can be very painful.  Makes swallowing very very difficult.  So if you are concerned about this see your dr.  You will need treatment.
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I always tell people that i am an alternative medicinal therapist. I deal a lot with this problem, so let's see if we can't sort you out.\nIs the pain a burning sensation? If so you are making to much acid, do you have heartburn? again it's over acidity?\nDO NOT take anymore antacids they will make the problem worse and they can also start the problem off in the first place.\nDoes it only start when you eat fried or spicy foods, if so you may have an ulcer.\n\nDo you have a lot of gas, is your stomach tender to the touch?\nYou could have a peptic ulcer or gastritis.\nTreatment.Herbal teas: German chamomile-thistle-betony-\nTablets: ginseng-goldenseal-\nCider vinegar=2 teaspoons in glass of water 2 to 3 times daily.\nIf my treatment fails go to your GP he will send you to the hospital for tests.Contact me if you need any more advice e-mail alternative@medicine123.wanadoo.co.uk\n\nGloria J Jones (BSYA-SEN)
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Upon ingestion, a bitter, acrid, burning taste is sometimes noted.
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You should see a doctor. If the burn is that bad you are probably suffering from exposure and dehydration, possibly heat or sun stroke. Check to see if you are running a fever. You can go into shock over something like this and that is nothing to fool around with. I would definitely see a doctor. Never mind the home remedies. That's okay if you are dealing with a small area, like the back of your neck or your the arm you left on the window of your car for too long. If it is your arms legs and back, SEE A DOCTOR. Sorry for raising my voice, but this can be very serious.
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well i guess it would be anything under the bloods boiling point which is approx. 0.158 degrees centigrade. but of course it might still burn..i myself like hot water so i've bathed in water that had smoke rising from it and my skin turned red...is that hot or what! lol
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I don't know what GAD is but I have GERD and know about that. Your esophagus can get scar tissue from the stomach acid going into it. \n\nThe scar tissue can cause narrowing of the esophagus so that food can get stuck there. When this happens it is terribly painful and you can tell that something is stuck in your esophagus.\n\nIf this is happening to you, you need to get your esophagus dilated to remove the narrowing. I've had this done 3 times. It's extremely important to follow all of the doctor's instructions on what to do to deal with your GERD so that this doesn't happen again.
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The backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. Acid reflux generally occurs because the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxes allowing stomach juices back up into the esophagus. This is also called gastroesophageal reflux.  So the esophagus gets harmed.
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you should be more concerned with the condition of your esophagus with all that stomach acid.. not sure i see any connection with cancer.. you have other issues to deal with here my friend.. get help..
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How weird, my mom just had this, and I had never heard about it before that. All the above is correct, but I just wanted to add that you ought to get it treated soon and change your diet around accordingly. My mom almost died from it, which is unheard of, and she ended up having a foot of intestine being taken out. Watch out! It can get pretty damn serious.