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[|Human|] Hi I have looked for answers all around and spent thousands and still have just pain and broke. My chest pain is on the left side of my ribs and under the armpit. Also feels like someone is pushing thier finger into my heart. Pain is also in the back of the heart. I am 35 years old and been suffering with this problem for the past two years after i suffered gastritis and was hospitalised. Pain comes worst a day after i do any stomach excercise or have too much salt or even a liitle wine.  Its a burning sort of pain and lasts for months. I have had all the heart tests and all is fine with my heart. Can acid affect the Aorta in any way? I had this strange burning feeling running up my Aorta into the back of my heart and then out into my left arm only and also under my armpit, thats when all this started.
[|AI|]  Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. No acid can not affect or burn aorta. By your history and description, possibility of HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. HERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause symptoms of burning chest pain, back pain etc. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in HERD. 1.  Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. 2. Avoid stress and tension, be relaxed and calm. 3. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 4. Take pantoprazole tablet on empty stomach. 5. Quit smoking and Alcohol if you have these habits. 6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux. 7. Lose weight if you are obese. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks