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Health Encyclopedia: Acid Reflux Symptoms

Symptoms

Heartburn. Heartburn is the primary symptom of GERD. It is a burning sensation that radiates up from the stomach to the chest and throat. Heartburn is most likely to occur in connection with the following activities:

After a heavy meal.
Bending over.
Lifting.
Lying down, particularly on the back.

According to one study, nearly three-quarters of patients with frequent GERD symptoms experience them at night. Patients with nighttime GERD also tend to experience more severe pain than those whose ...

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Expert & Community Posts

Asthma and Acid Reflux

By Sloane Miller , Health Expert

...There is a connection between asthma and chronic heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease... Read more »

Mustard Love

By Cathy Hamilton , Health Expert

... My favorite micro-brewery/restaurant sponsors "mustard month" every March in conjunction with... Read more »

My heartburn is being treated with high doses of acid-reducing agents. Why aren't they working?

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...click here.Read more of Dr. Eisner's blogs More on heartburn Read more »

Heartburn During Pregnancy

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...the whole time. And in the third pregnancy, I had heartburn. Heartburn that stopped me from... Read more »

Question of the Week: Do You Have any Unusual Phobias?

By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...found a number of people with a fear of ketchup, mustard and just about any other food you can... Read more »

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Sleep Apnea: Symptoms

...impaired mental or emotional functioningSnoring (bed partners may report very loud and interrupted snoring)Heartburn (acid back-up that causes heartburn may be responsible for some cases of sleep... Read more »

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Lifestyle Changes

...factor for heart disease. Researchers are also investigating compounds called indoles, also known as mustard oil, which are found in broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale,... Read more »

Acid Reflux (GERD) and the Esophagus

...actions in the esophagus or other protective mechanisms fail. Click the icon to see an animation about heartburn.The hallmark symptoms of GERD are:Heartburn: a burning sensation in the chest and... Read more »

Vitamins: Phytochemicals

...and a few fruits.IsothiocyanatesIsothiocyanates and related substances, indoles, are also known as mustard oils and are responsible for the sharp taste in cruciferous (also called brassica)... Read more »

Scleroderma: Treatment for Gastrointestinal Problems

...in the esophagus and stomach are generally the same as those for gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or heartburn. Many non-prescription agents are available for the relief of heartburn.Proton-pump or... Read more »

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