That's where the valve between the lower end of the esophagus and the stomach weakens and allows stomach acid to back up into the esophagus, causing heartburn. If you have chronic heartburn ...
Conclusions: Acid regurgitation but not heartburn was associated with GER. Esophageal dysmotility had no significant effect on acid regurgitation symptom but associated with chronic cough ...
Chronic heartburn is the most prominent GERD symptom. Other symptoms include indigestion, upset stomach, the taste of acid in the mouth, problems swallowing, and nausea. Lifestyle has a lot to ...