If you are experiencing pain around the heart after consuming food and/or drink water or something, it is important to have it evaluated by a medical professional. The cause of the pain could be due to a number of factors such as heartburn, acid reflux, gallbladder disease, or even cardiac causes.
If the pain is due to heartburn or acid reflux, lifestyle changes and medications may be able to help control the symptoms. These may include avoiding spicy, fatty, or acidic foods, eating smaller meals, avoiding eating late at night, avoiding lying down after eating, and elevating the head of the bed. Medications such as antacids, H2 blockers, and proton pump inhibitors can also be used to reduce symptoms.
If the pain is due to gallbladder disease, medications and/or surgery may be necessary to treat the underlying condition.
If the pain is due to cardiac causes, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.
In addition to seeing a physician, there are also some general dietary and lifestyle tips that may help reduce the symptoms of pain around the heart. These include eating smaller meals, avoiding large meals, eating slowly, avoiding lying down after eating, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, avoiding smoking, and drinking plenty of water.
It is also important to get regular exercise and manage any stress or anxiety. Regular exercise can help reduce stress, improve circulation, and improve overall heart health.
Finally, it is important to discuss with your physician any medications that you are taking, as they may be contributing to the symptoms. Talk to your doctor about any potential interactions between medications and your condition.