Heartburn is the burning, uncomfortable sensation caused by stomach acid rising into the oesophagus (the tube that connects your throat and stomach). Here we look at what heartburn is, ways you can avoid it and what treatment options are available.
Heartburn is caused by acid from the stomach rising into the oesophagus, triggering a burning sensation. This burning, uncomfortable feeling usually starts around the chest and rises into your throat or neck.
Heartburn is common, with up to 25% of adults regularly experiencing it. Some people are more likely to experience heartburn when they are overweight or obese, pregnant, or those who have had weight loss surgeries.
Many people find heartburn occurs more often after eating certain foods, a large meal or lying down after eating. Smoking can also be a heartburn trigger.
Every person is different, but many people say they get heartburn from food or drink including:
Heartburn is painful and can get in the way of your daily life. The good news is mild and occasional heartburn can be usually managed with lifestyle changes. However, if symptoms do not get better, over-the-counter medications can also help. You could keep track of your own personal heartburn triggers so you can avoid them or be prepared when they strike. Other heartburn remedies and tips:
Zantac works by reducing the production of stomach acid to relieve the burning pain and discomfort of heartburn. In as little as 30 minutes1-3, Zantac can start to reduce symptoms. One tablet provides long-lasting relief from the pain of heartburn.
Heartburn is that uncomfortable burning feeling or pain that rises up from your chest and is linked to stomach acid leaking up into your oesophagus (the tube that connects your throat and stomach).
Heartburn is the uncomfortable burning feeling or pain that starts in your chest and can move up to your neck and throat. Heartburn usually occurs after you have eaten something and gets worse if you lie down or bend over.
Usually, the symptoms are mild and soon go away with the appropriate lifestyle changes or medications available without a prescription such as Zantac.
If heartburn occurs too frequently, or if lifestyle changes and medicines that are available without a prescription are not working (or you think you’re relying on them too much) further investigation may be needed and you should see your doctor.
Most people don’t need to seek advice from their GP for heartburn. If your heartburn occurs more than twice a week, it will need further investigation and treatment.
If changes to your diet and lifestyle or medicines that are available without a prescription aren’t working (or you think you’re relying on them too much) other treatments might be needed and you should see your doctor.
Talk to your doctor if you have any of the following:
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