|  | Conditions Treatments | Heartburn GERD

Angina Symptoms Vs. GERD Symptoms

Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disease, or GERD, and angina are two of the most common causes of chest pain. Distinguishing between the two can be difficult, but there are distinct differences between the conditions.

  1. Similarities

    • GERD and angina both cause pain in the center of the chest. Both also feature sudden, frequent attacks. Conservative measures, such as diet and lifestyle changes effectively control these conditions.

    GERD Related Symptoms

    • Chest pain caused by GERD often occurs after eating. Besides chest pain other symptoms include sore throat, nausea, difficulty swallowing and a sour taste in the back of the throat.

    Angina Related Symptoms

    • Angina related chest pain usually occurs after exercise. In addition to chest pain, angina can cause shortness of breath, anxiety, sweating, fatigue and dizziness.

    GERD Treatment

    • Treatments for GERD include over the counter remedies such as antacids like Tums, or other medications like Pepcid and Prilosec. If these remedies fail, consult your physician to receive prescription medications prescriptions and information.

    Angina Treatments

    • Conservative treatments for angina include losing weight, taking frequent rest breaks when exercising and managing stress. If angina persists, doctors commonly prescribe an aspirin regimen, nitrates or statins as other treatment options.

Heartburn GERD - Related Articles