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  1. Jan 19, 2023 · What is heartburn? Heartburn is a painful, burning feeling in the middle of your chest. It’s not really in your heart, though. It’s caused by stomach acid rising into your esophagus (reflux), which runs through your chest, close to your heart.

  2. Dec 7, 2023 · Heartburn is discomfort or actual pain caused by digestive acid moving into the tube that carries swallowed food to your stomach (esophagus). Typical features of heartburn include: A burning sensation in the chest that may also involve the upper abdomen; Usually occurs after eating or while lying down or bending over

  3. May 13, 2022 · Diagnosis. To determine if your heartburn is a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), your doctor may recommend: X-ray, to view the shape and condition of your esophagus and stomach. Endoscopy, to view your esophagus with a tiny camera to check for irregularities.

  4. Feb 9, 2024 · Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux, which is when some of the stomach contents travel back up into the esophagus or food pipe. Heartburn may feel like a burning pain in the lower chest.

  5. Mar 16, 2023 · Heartburn, also called acid indigestion, is an irritation of the esophagus caused by acid that refluxes (comes back up) from the stomach. When swallowing, food passes down the throat and...

  6. Sep 28, 2023 · Stomach acid rises into your esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms. Occasional acid reflux is manageable at home, but chronic acid reflux (GERD) might need treatment. GERD can damage your esophagus tissues over time.

  7. Nov 9, 2022 · 7 min read. If you’ve ever felt like your chest was on fire after eating a big or greasy meal, then you’re probably familiar with heartburn. Whether it happens to you occasionally or more often,...

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