Disease Details
| Reflux (heartburn) | |
|---|---|
| Disease Type | Gastroenterology |
| Description |
Is feeling a painful burning sensation in the chest and throat that occurs when acids of the stomach regurge into the esophagus |
| Symptoms |
- Burning pain in the chest usually occurs after eating and at night . |
| Treatments |
- Antacids help to neutralize the acidity . |
| Prevention |
- elevate the head of the bed . |
| Complications |
- Acute inflammation of the esophagus . |
| Risk Factor |
- Spicy food . |

