Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease - GORD

What is heartburn?

Most people suffer from heartburn at one time or another. Heartburn has nothing to do with the heart — it is a problem with the digestive tract. A burning discomfort is felt behind the sternum, breastbone, rising up from the abdomen and occasionally moving up into the throat.

Heartburn is the most common symptom of Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease, GORD.
 

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