Cardiac discomfort after alcohol consumption may be due to esophagitis, arrhythmia, etc., and is not necessarily cardiac; medications and other interventions may be given to address the cause. Alcohol consumption can lead to accelerated heart rate, myocardial oxygen consumption and other changes, which may induce angina pectoris, arrhythmia and other diseases leading to discomfort in the precordial region; however, alcohol consumption can also stimulate esophagitis foci or induce gastroesophageal reflux leading to esophageal pain radiating to the precordial region, or gastric ulcer pain radiating to the precordial region, leading to discomfort in the heart. Therefore, cardiac discomfort after drinking alcohol is not necessarily a heart problem. If the discomfort in the precordial region after drinking alcohol is not relieved or aggravated for a long time, it is recommended to consult a doctor to find out the cause of the disease and treat the symptoms. For gastroesophageal factors, oral omeprazole, aluminum thioglycollate and other drugs can be taken to control, for severe gastroesophageal reflux disease with esophageal epithelial hyperplasia, surgical intervention may be required; for cardiac causes, oral metoprolol and other drugs can be taken to intervene. For those who regularly experience cardiac discomfort after drinking alcohol, or those who are diagnosed with gastroesophageal or cardiac problems, it is recommended that they quit drinking and smoking in a timely manner, eat a lighter diet, and improve their lifestyle habits. The above medications need to be used under the guidance of a clinician.