Question How can you tell the difference between GERD/acid reflux symptoms and a problem with the aorta?
I've had sharp, stabbing pains in the upper stomach area (and a multitude of other symptoms) for a few months now and they seem to be getting worse. How can I differentiate between GERD or acid reflux type symptoms, and something like aortic stenosis or an aortic dissection.

Best Answer I'm not sure but if you find out let me know :) I have had a constant full feeling in my upper stomach over the last few days and its doing my head in. I haven't got much of an appetite but feel full, had a dodgy stomach a week ago. I went to my gp and he has given me some Merbentyl as he said it should settle things down and he thought it was just a bug that i have but i'm not convinced.

Question What should I do about acid reflux symptoms?
What should I do about acid reflux symptoms? I have been having acid reflux for about the past three months. It was on and off, but now it is everyday. (for about the past three weeks). I have been visiting a doctor 1-3 times each month. They have prescribed two medicines (Omeprazale and Nexium). However, they haven't been working too well. Besides taking these medicines and other antacids (malox, tums, pepcid, or rolaids) what can I do?

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