(R12) Heartburn
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Diagnosis heartburn is diagnosed Women are 22.45% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis heartburn
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis heartburn
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease heartburn - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 80-84
Disease Features heartburn
Heartburn - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - heartburn
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam
- Medical history
- Blood tests
- Upper endoscopy
- Barium swallow X-ray
- Esophageal pH monitoring
- Esophageal manometry
- Esophageal impedance monitoring
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Avoid foods that trigger heartburn, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods
- Eat smaller, more frequent meals
- Avoid eating late at night
- Elevate the head of your bed 6 to 8 inches to assist gravity in keeping acid down while sleeping
- Avoid tight-fitting clothing that can put pressure on your abdomen
- Quit smoking
- Drink alcohol in moderation
- Lose weight if you are overweight
- Take over-the-counter antacids to neutralize stomach acid
- Take over-the-counter H2 blockers to reduce stomach acid production
- Take proton pump inhibitors to reduce stomach acid production
Heartburn - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease heartburn
Heartburn
(Acid reflux, Indigestion, Pyrosis, Gerd, Upset stomach, Burning sensation, Acid indigestion)
Heartburn is a burning sensation in the chest caused by acid reflux from the stomach into the esophagus. It often starts as a mild discomfort after eating and can become worse over time. Symptoms can range from a burning sensation in the chest to a sour taste in the mouth. It may also be accompanied...
Belching
(Burping, Eructation, Retching, Regurgitation, Hiccupping, Hiccoughing)
Belching is the release of gas from the digestive tract through the mouth. It is often accompanied by a sound and may be involuntary or voluntary. Belching typically occurs after eating or drinking, but can also occur due to the buildup of swallowed air. It can be accompanied by abdominal bloating, ...