Heartburn

Symptoms, complications, advices—everything you need to know about this condition.

Characterized by a feeling of irritation caused by excess acidity in the stomach, heartburn can be a huge inconvenience. Symptoms often appear after eating big meals or ingesting acidic, spicy or fatty foods, and can be an indicator of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Symptoms

Burning sensation behind the sternum
Bloating
Frequent burping
Gas
Flatulence
Feeling full more quickly
Sour or bitter taste in mouth
Nausea

Complications

Esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus)

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Heartburn

Characterized by a feeling of irritation caused by excess acidity in the stomach, heartburn can be a huge inconvenience. Symptoms often appear after eating big meals or ingesting acidic, spicy or fatty foods, and can be an indicator of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

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