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What Does It Mean When You Have Bad Heartburn And A Burning Stomach?

What Does It Mean When You Have Bad Heartburn And A Burning Stomach?

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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