Sit upright and avoid lying down
Walk gently for 10 to 15 minutes
Sip warm water slowly
Try deep breathing
Avoid carbonated drinks
Avoid chewing gum
Eat slowly and avoid swallowing air
Try a warm compress on the chest or upper abdomen
Gently massage the upper abdomen
Take an over-the-counter antacid if appropriate
Take an over-the-counter gas relief medicine if appropriate
Avoid large meals until symptoms improve
Avoid foods that trigger gas, such as beans, onions, and fried foods
Seek urgent medical care if chest pain is severe, persistent, or comes with shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or pain spreading to the arm, jaw, or back