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indigestion and back pain

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claire659
claire659

hi ive always had upper back pain, but since I had a very violent stomach bug, when I vomited for 7 hours, which hurt my back, - it has been hurting even more. its right down the middle of my back, and causing indigestion, Im getting very stressed about it, and worried. has anyone else had these symptoms?

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  • dianne91970
    dianne91970 claire659

    Posted

    Ho Claire, I suspect the acid in your digestive system has damaged your esophagus which is causing the indigestion. You need an antacid to line the esophagus and allow it to heal. I suspect you have strained muscles in your back when vomiting so violently. You should see your doctor though to make sure. Good luck. D
    • claire659
      claire659 dianne91970

      Posted

      Thanks dianne for your reply, I think that it might  be an old rib injury that may of been aggrivated, Im going to see how things go in the next few weeks thanks x
  • mark357
    mark357 claire659

    Posted

    Hi claire659

    It sounds like you have pulled/aggravated the muscle/tissue.

    All that I can suggest is either paracetamol or an anti-inflammatory for pain relief. Due to not knowing what medication you are talking at the moment.

    As for the indigestion, as I tell most people is put a couple of drops of mint extract in a cup with 10ml of hot water and drink it as hot as you can tolerate it.

    I hope these ideas help and hope that you feel better soon.

    • claire659
      claire659 mark357

      Posted

      Hi mark- ive been advised to take a probiotic for the indigestion,? normal antacids are not helping, some days im ok, others im constantly burping, and its making me anxious, thanks for your advice x
    • mark357
      mark357 claire659

      Posted

      Your welcome claire659. There is several treatments and remedies and it is a matter of finding the right one.

      The mint extract will help with burping and trapped wind. But I would always recommend that you seek advice before using said item, mainly because of other treatment/s that you may be taking at the time.

      In saying that I would like to take this time to wish you well and good health.

  • dianne91970
    dianne91970 claire659

    Posted

    I just remembered Claire that some painkillers/anti-inflammatory pills van aggravate the lining of the esophagus so please get the advice of your doc/pharmacist. D
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