Hang in there. Is was so hard. I’m 13 days post just now able to get water down better. Luke warm is best. Cause cold causes the esophagus to constrict harder. I can’t believe water 💦 is still the hardest part. I don’t think mine was gas in the chest I felt more like just swelled so I kept ice packs on center for days. And took spasm med round clock. It was the hardest days I’ve ever been through. I can smile today. So will you again.