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  2. May 13, 2022 · Heartburn is a burning pain in your chest, just behind your breastbone. The pain is often worse after eating, in the evening, or when lying down or bending over. Occasional heartburn is common and no cause for alarm.

  3. Apr 26, 2024 · Heartburn is a burning sensation in your chest, behind your breastbone. It occurs when stomach acid travels back up your esophagus — the tube that carries food from your mouth to your...

  4. Oct 16, 2023 · Heartburn is an irritation of your esophagus, the tube that connects your throat and stomach. This leads to a burning discomfort in your upper belly or chest. It's caused by acid reflux, which is...

  5. Jan 19, 2023 · Heartburn is a burning sensation that feels like it’s in your heart, but isn’t really. It’s in your esophagus, the swallowing tube that runs alongside your heart. The feeling is caused by acid refluxing up from your stomach. It’s treatable.

  6. 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.

  7. Apr 16, 2024 · Heartburn (acid reflux) feels like a sharp, burning sensation rising from your stomach, passing through your chest, and sometimes reaching your throat. Food, medication, health conditions, pregnancy, smoking, and stress are all common causes of sudden heartburn.

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