Women with gastric reflux, chest tightness, how to treat?

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Hello doctor,
My mother has acid reflux, chest tightness, difficulty breathing. So the doctor told me how to treat women with gastric reflux, chest tightness? I thank you doctor.
Bui Dinh Khoi (2005)
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Answered by Specialist I Vo Thi Thuy Trang - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “How is the treatment for women with gastric reflux, chest tightness? ”, the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Your mother should treat acid reflux and take some of the following measures:
Do not lie down immediately after eating. Wait at least three hours after eating before lying down or going to bed, eating food slowly and chewing it thoroughly. Avoid foods and drinks that cause reflux such as greasy or fried foods, ketchup, alcohol, chocolate, mint, garlic, onions, and caffeine. Avoid tight clothing, clothing that is too tight that puts pressure on the abdomen, chest, and esophageal sphincter. If the chest tightness, shortness of breath does not help, your mother must go to the doctor immediately.
If you still have questions about women with gastroesophageal reflux, chest tightness, you can take your mother to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!