What is Heartburn?

What is heartburn?

Heartburn is a burning feeling that rises from the stomach or lower chest up towards the neck. It can occur at any time but usually after eating. It may occur while simply bending or lying down, and it can disturb sleep in a few people. Many pregnant women get heartburn, which goes away after the baby is born.


Have you had any of the following symptoms?

• heartburn
  
• heartburn after meals
  
• bringing up acid or small amounts of food after meals
  
• food sticking (difficulty swallowing food)
  
• chest pains or discomfort
  

If so, reflux may be the cause of one or a number of these.