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Lactose Intolerance & Heart Palpitations

Lactose intolerance does not affect the cardiovascular system and does not cause heart palpitations. A milk allergy, which can cause heart palpitations, is commonly confused with lactose intolerance.

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A Skin Rash From an Insect Bite

A skin rash from an insect bite is an allergic reaction that affects the skin, according to MayoClinic.com. It is not uncommon for an insect bite to cause hives, but the severity of the rash can vary from person to person.

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Indigestion & Shortness of Breath While Eating

Indigestion and shortness of breath while eating may be signs of various conditions. Make an appointment with your doctor to discuss your symptoms and treatment options. A clinical diagnosis should be made before you attempt to self-treat your symptoms.

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Is Gastritis Irritated by Foods With Gluten?

Food with gluten will not irritate gastritis unless you have an underlying condition that causes an adverse reaction to gluten. If you notice that whenever you eat foods that contain wheat you develop gastric symptoms, you need to see your doctor for a clinical diagnosis.

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Severe Stomach or Chest Pains After Eating

Stomach or chest pain could happen if you eat too fast or have an occasional greasy meal. Generally though, eating shouldn’t cause pain afterwards. Constant abdominal pains could be signs of food a intolerance or allergy -- or possible acid reflux.

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Pain in the Center of the Chest After Eating

You just finish eating your favorite meal and you develop intense pain in your chest. It may feel like you’re having a heart attack, but it is most likely the result of a digestive condition.

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Can Seasonal Inhalant Allergies Make You Sick?

Seasonal inhalant allergies can make you feel like you’re sick but will not cause sickness. It’s difficult to distinguish between allergy symptoms and the common cold because the two conditions cause similar reactions in the body.

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Why Does Red Meat Give Me Diarrhea?

Red meat is a staple food in many American homes, but for some people, red meat can cause adverse reactions, such as diarrhea, stomach pain and cramping. If you notice that every time you eat red meat you develop diarrhea, you need to make an appointment with your health care provider.

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Why Fruit Causes Bloating

Bloating is a general symptom that may be related to various digestive conditions. If you begin eating more fruit, the fiber content of the fruit can cause bloating and gas. If your symptoms are consistent with eating fruit, you may have a more serious medical condition.

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Pain on Lower Right Side of Stomach & Bloating After Eating

Pain in the lower right side of you stomach that occurs with bloating may be related to more than one condition. Although pain on the lower right side is commonly associated with an infection in your appendix, it is not accompanied with bloating. Call your doctor for further evaluation to rule out appendicitis.

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Can Junk Food Cause Diarrhea?

Foods that are highly processed and contain a lot of fat do not cause diarrhea but they can lead to a bout of loose stools. Diarrhea is properly defined as loose, watery stools that occur frequently, according to MedlinePlus. Eating junk food while you have diarrhea can prolong or worsen the condition.

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Food Often Seems to Make Me Cough

Coughing is a reflex that occurs whenever your throat is irritated. It may occur after eating certain foods. Some digestive conditions, related to eating food, may trigger coughing and other symptoms.

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Stomach Burns After Eating Oranges

A stomach burn after you eat oranges is most likely associated with a digestive condition that is irritated by the acid in oranges. It’s important to see your health care provider to determine the cause of the burning sensation.

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Bloody Nasal Discharge & Sinusitis Symptoms

Sinusitis describes inflammation of lining of the sinuses, air-filled spaces in the facial bones around the nose and eyes. Thirty million cases of sinusitis are diagnosed annually in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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I Have Pain in My Stomach After Eating Rice

Rice is served in a variety of dishes, including soups, casseroles and even desserts. It is a staple food that is typically easy on your digestive system and is commonly recommended to treat diarrhea. Stomach pain after eating rice is not a common symptom for most people and needs to be assessed by your doctor.

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Dairy & Tonsil Stones

While dairy products do not cause tonsil stones, an allergy to dairy may cause similar symptoms as tonsil stones. Tonsil stones are small stone-shaped balls that form in the tonsils from trapped debris that builds up in the tonsils.

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Skin Rash from Strawberries

Many people have food sensitivities. You may have an allergic reaction appear as a child, or an allergy may seem to suddenly appear when you are an adult, even though you ate the food many times previously. Strawberries are one type of food that may cause food allergy symptoms.

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Upper-Right Side Abdominal Pain After Eating Steak

Pain that develops in the upper-right side of your abdomen may be a concerning symptom that will need to be evaluated by your doctor. Your abdomen is divided into four quadrants, each providing your physician with a general idea of what’s causing your symptoms.

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What Are the Treatments for a Chest Cold?

Acute bronchitis, commonly known as a chest cold, is a viral or bacterial infection in the bronchial tubes that affects your ability to breathe normally, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A chest cold can last up to two weeks.

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Dairy Intolerance With Back & Buttock Pain

Dairy intolerance is a general term used to describe adverse reactions that occur when you consume products that contain milk. Back and buttock pain is most likely related to a milk allergy, which can cause tension and pain in any part of your body.

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