Heartburn

Heartburn is often described as a burning sensation in your chest, just behind your breastbone. Heartburn often worsens when lying down or bending over.

Some symptoms of heartburn can be similar to a heart attack. Urgent medical attention will be required if anyone describes pain radiating through the neck, jaw, shoulders/arms, and gets worse with exercise.

To prevent heartburn from recurring, one must be aware of different lifestyle changes. Below stated are just a few to note:

• Avoid foods known to cause indigestion/heartburn (citrus fruits, spicy food, tea&coffee)
• Eat small, but frequent meals, slowly
• Avoid tight waistbands, bending over or lying down soon after a meal
• Reduce alcohol intake, stop smoking, and lose weight
• Raise the bed head when asleep
• Avoid certain medications that cause and aggravate heartburn (iron tablets, anti-inflammatory pills

Do see a doctor if the symptoms of your heartburn are persisting for a period longer than 2 weeks.