Overview Heartburn is a burning pain in the chest, just behind the breastbone. It's sometimes accompanied by a bitter or acidic taste in the mouth. 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.

To get rid of heartburn quickly, you can try home remedies, over-the-counter treatments, and lifestyle changes. Learn tips for treatment and prevention.

Heartburn affects 25% of the population at least once a month. Endoscopy and esophageal pH monitoring can be used to evaluate heartburn. Some causes of heartburn, such as GERD, may be diagnosed based on symptoms alone.

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.

Heartburn is a burning sensation in your chest that often causes a bitter taste in your throat or mouth. In general, you can treat heartburn symptoms at home.

Heartburn is a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux). If it keeps happening, it may be called gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD).

People with heartburn commonly reach for antacids, over-the-counter medications that neutralize stomach acid. But eating certain foods may also offer relief from symptoms.

You get heartburn when acids in your stomach back up into your esophagus, the tube that goes between your mouth and stomach. The acid causes a painful, burning sensation in your chest.

Not sure if your heartburn is serious? Learn 5 clear signs it might need medical help and when to speak to your GP

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