I have chest pain in the area of my sternum (radiating out just a bit), some extra saliva. 37yr old overweight female who does suffer depression & panic attacks. I took my sertraline & Prilosec about an hour ago. Should I be freaking out? (Which causes sharper pain)
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. HERD is common in depression and panic disorder. Both of these cause laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause the symptoms of Central chest pain. So proper treatment of depression and panic disorder is needed. So consult psychiatrist and get done counseling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. Start proton pump inhibitors. Avoid stress and tension. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food.  Chat Doctor.  Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.