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Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Regurgitation is when the contents from your esophagus (the tube that brings food from your ...

Some other lung-related conditions known to cause chest discomfort include: Pneumonia: This infection inflames the air sacs in your lungs and can make your chest hurt when you breathe or cough.

GERD (Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease) is pervasive. If you have heartburn or “mini-vomits,” you likely have GERD. I’ve ...