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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

What Diseases Have Heartburn As A Symptom?

Telling heartburn from a heart attack can be tricky

May 13, 2009
Experts say that the similar symptoms between heartburn and a heart attack can make it difficult for patients to know the difference. But rather than trying to figure it out, they say that people should always err on the side of caution and have themselves checked out by a doctor--particularly if they have a family history of heart disease. They also suggest that patients keep a log of when heartburn symptoms occur, what triggers symptoms, and how long they last. Knowing your triggers may help p... Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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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 »

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My Top 10 Books about Adult Gastroesophageal Reflux
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert

...Treatments.   General Information about GERD:   1. Heartburn and Reflux for Dummies by... Read more »

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease and pregnancy
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...pregnant and she has been suffering from a lot of heartburn. Why is this happening and what can... Read more »

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Reflux Medications Taken During Pregnancy Linked to Asthma in Children
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert

...babies gave me my first real experience with what heartburn and reflux felt like. I remember... Read more »

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Heartburn During Pregnancy
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

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

Health Guide

Site Dedicated to Acid Reflux (GERD)
Welcome to My-AcidReflux.Acid reflux disease, also called GERD, is a condition that affects adults, children and infants alike. Receiving a diagnosis of acid reflux disease can be extremely... Read more »
Common Heartburn Drugs Linked to Hip Fracture
News round up on popular heartburn drugs and a link to increased hip fractures. The New York Times ran an AP wire story. Study Finds a Link Between Some Heartburn Drugs and Hip Injuries in People... Read more »
Heartburn
Heartburn is a painful burning sensation in the esophagus, just below orbehindthe breastbone. The pain often rises in your chest and may radiate to your neck or throat. ... Read more »
What is GERD? "
...contents make it back into the esophagus from the stomach. This back flow of acid is called reflux or heartburn. If it happens a few times, it's nothing to worry about. However, heartburn that... Read more »

Medications

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...and prevent ulcers and improves symptoms such as heartburn and stomach pain. This medication is... Read more »

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...can help relieve symptoms such as stomach pain, heartburn, difficulty swallowing, persistent... Read more »

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...short-term treatment (4 to 12 weeks) for persistent heartburn when the usual medicines do not... Read more »

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...symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion.... Read more »

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...ORAL Pronounced: (PRAV-uh-stat-in) Side Effects Heartburn, headache, or dizziness may occur.... Read more »

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Not all reflux events lead to heartburn symptoms. Dutch researchers have found that greater reflux acidity and larger volumes of liquid are linked to... Read summary »

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These tips will help you plan your eating and workout schedule to avoid heartburn caused by exercise. The National Heartburn Alliance suggests eating... Read summary »