Hi everyone, I am new to Daily Strength. I am hoping to gain some clarity in what I hope is my current condition and what is causing me to feel the way I do at the moment :(

I developed a "pressure' in my upper abdomen, as if I was pressing down on the mouth of my stomach. It seems to get worse if I sit (slouch) and lay flat for long periods of time. Lots of bloating and burping; sometimes with what feels like a hot and cold feeling in my chest. Today I feel a lump on my throat. I had a heavy meal late last evening. I have read that GERD's common symptoms include heartburn. I have not felt this burning as described. Only sometimes when I burp as stated. I  am an overly anxious person, therefore this has trigged my hypochondria :( I am currently waiting to have xrays done to rule out ulcers or whatever else the doctor may be trying to rule out. Blood work was also done to check for anemia and pancreas levels. I am fearful, and can't tolerate any more WebMD results and possible conditions based on my symptoms.

I was currently placed on a new birth control which led me to have 2 panic attacks. I stopped taking the medication because I felt I was at my ultimate low. I am unsure if the symptoms stated above are related to the BC since this all seemed to begin days after starting the prescription. I can't handle the idea of being terminally ill and leaving my family behind. Thank you for taking the time to read my rant.