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How Long Does Heartburn Last?

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What is heartburn?

Burning sensation behind the breastbone (sternum)

Mild to severe discomfortSuffers often wonder, “How long does

heartburn last?”

How long does heartburn last?

No given time frameA few minutes to a few days per episodeRecurring heartburn lasts months or yearsFrequent heartburn over several months

can indicate a more serious conditionGERD – gastro esophageal reflux disease

Underlying Causes

Underlying cause a primary indicatorGERD – symptoms may last longerLower esophageal sphincter malfunctioningStomach acids creep into esophagusPregnancy, obesity contribute – added

pressure, longer heartburn episodes

Lifestyle Effects

Heartburn caused by eating spicy foods may not last as long

Several hours is usually adequate to eliminate heartburn caused by foods

Minor pain may linger for 1-2 daysHeartburn usually ceases after the

offending food is digested fully

Frequent Heartburn

Individual episodes come and goChronic heartburn will continue to flare up

until treatedIdentify underlying causeFood sensitivityEliminating triggers can sometimes

eliminate heartburn

Contributing FoodsChocolateSpicyHotSaucyKeep track of foods you’ve eaten recentlyEliminate one by oneAlcohol, caffeine can contributeMedicationsKeep track of everything you ingest

Long Lasting Heartburn

Lasts more than a few daysDoesn’t respond to antacidsShould be evaluated by a medical

professionalHeart attacks can be mistaken for

heartburnAre you at risk? Learn to differentiate

How Long Does Heartburn Last?

Many sufferers ask this questionNo easy answerDifferent people respond differently to

treatmentsNatural remedies and solutionsReduce the number of attacks, severity of

those that occur

Learn More At Megavista Health, we focus on positive,

holistic health and nutrition.Learn more about natural remedies and

solutions that can help reduce the number of heartburn episodes you experience and the severity of those that occur.

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