heartburn
/ˈhɑːtbəːn
/noun [mass noun]
A form of indigestion felt as a burning sensation in the chest, caused by acid regurgitation into the oesophagus.Many patients mean heartburn or acid regurgitation, the classic symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease....
- Antacids are used to relieve the symptoms of acid reflux, caused by heartburn or indigestion.
- However, it may cause a feeling of warmth or burning in the chest, often called heartburn.
Synonyms
indigestion, dyspepsia, acidity, hyperacidity
technical pyrosis
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