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Gerd or post nasal drip
Few days before i had excess gas i get meds and it somewhat subsidies usg, blood work normal, stool antigen negative. Now i have heaviness in chest , backside of throat and i have pain above eyebrows . No heartburn just heavy chest and throat backside.. is it gerd or post nasal drips. When i cough i get mucus soon sides of throat
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It sounds like you may have post nasal drip or silent GERD, both of which can cause throat discomfort, mucus, and chest heaviness without heartburn.
Try this:
Steam inhalation 2–3 times a day
Saline nasal spray or rinse
Levocetirizine 5mg at night for 5 days
Pantoprazole 40mg once daily before meals for 5 days
Drink warm water, avoid cold, spicy foods, and allergens
If symptoms continue beyond a week, follow up with a doctor.
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Dont worry i dont think that you have something serious . Probably it is post. nasal drip or can be GERD(Which could be silent ).
1. Steam inhalation 2–3 times daily
2. Saline nasal spray or rinse
3. TAB. Levocetirizine -OD at night-5 days
4. TAB PANTOP -40 mg - OD(E/S)- 5days
5. Drink plenty of warm water.
If symptoms persist more than 5–7 days, contact me .
Health Tips
Avoid cold drinks, allergens, or spicy foods
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Possible Causes:
1. Post-nasal drip
Mucus dripping from the sinuses down the throat can cause throat irritation, coughing, and heaviness in the chest.
Pain above eyebrows suggests Frontal sinus involvement.
2. GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease)
While classic GERD includes heartburn, some people have “silent reflux” with throat symptoms and chest discomfort without burning.
Heaviness in chest and mucus may be due to laryngopharyngeal reflux (a form of GERD).
Next Steps
A structured ENT and possibly GI workup is recommended to confirm diagnosis and guide treatment.
Health Tips
1. A trial of a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) could be considered under physician supervision.
2. Avoid irritants such as smoking, spicy/fatty foods.
3. Nasal saline rinses or steam inhalation may help reduce sinus pressure and post-nasal drip.
4. Consult a Physician before starting any medications.
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