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Symptoms of Heartburn.

  Heartburn, or acid indigestion, is a burning sensation in the center of the chest that gets worse when you bend over or lie down . It usually occurs after eating and at night. Backflow is the cause. Reflux occurs when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus (esophagus), causing inflammation . If you have symptoms more than once a week, you are considered sick. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder in which stomach acid rises . where the esophagus ends and the stomach begins. GERD is disabling and often damages the esophagus. Symptoms include heartburn, vomiting or vomiting blood, a bitter taste in the mouth, dry cough, and sore throat . Complications of GERD include scarring of the esophagus and bleeding in the stomach. Treatment of GERD may include: Excessive use can lead to constipation and diarrhea. Favicon Tums Maalox Mylanta Rolaids Histamine 2 (H2) blockers reduce stomach acid production. It may not be suitable for treating esophagitis (inf...