Entries by William Bennett
Heartburn is a burning discomfort starting behind the breastbone and radiating upwards. The hydrochloric acid from the stomach leaks into the esophagus and causes heartburn. Occasional heartburn due to rich food or other lifestyle causes is assessed as mild or episodic. Heartburn occurring twice or more in a week is moderate or frequent. Everyday issues even with a proper diet and lifestyle is serious or chronic. 5 to 15 % of heartburn sufferers suffer from persistent heartburn.
Acid reflux disease or GERD is a condition where the contents of the stomach enter into the esophagus and cause agonizing symptoms in the higher chest area.