Burning pain in chest or upper abdomen and Upper abdominal pain

Conditions

• Acid reflux
• Peptic ulcer
• Stomach Cancer

Acid reflux

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common condition, where acid from the stomach leaks up into the oesophagus (gullet).

Symptoms of this condition may include:

• Abdominal pain after eating
• Burning pain in chest or upper abdomen
• Upper abdominal pain
• Chest tightness
• Bloated stomach

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Acid reflux.

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Peptic ulcer

Stomach ulcers, also known as gastric ulcers, are open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach.

Symptoms of this condition may include:

• Burning pain in chest or upper abdomen
• Upper abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Back pain
• Feeling sick or nausea

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Peptic ulcer.

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Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer is when an abnormal groups of cells, known as a tumour, develops inside the stomach.

Symptoms of this condition may include:

• Bloated stomach
• Continuous, unexplained weight loss
• Upper abdominal pain
• Feeling sick or nausea
• Burning pain in chest or upper abdomen

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Stomach Cancer.

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