Hi, Last Saturday night I had burgers with mild chili flakes sprinkled on them before cooking. They tasted fine, not too spicy. I had bad heartburn that night. I took gaviscon and something to prevent acid reflux but it didn't work. The next day I found it difficult to eat and drink, even water. When the food or water gets to the breast bone, it hurts like mad. Feels like a blockage. I stopped eating and drinking for a day, just sipped water to stop becoming dehydrated. By yesterday (Tuesday) I could eat and drink again. I still felt it but it wasn't painful. Last night I ate at 8pm but didn't go to bed until midnight so I was a bit hungry. My stomach must have reacted to this as the heartburn came back, worse than ever. Today I could not eat or drink again without severe discomfort. Even a belch hurts. I think my oesophagus must be inflamed. I am going to make an appointment with my doctor tomorrow but am reluctant as it costs sixty euro. Can anyone tell me if it will go away on its own or will I have to eat just before I go to bed for the rest of my life?
