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What is heartburn? Burning sensation behind the breastbone (sternum) Mild to severe discomfort Suffers often wonder, “How long does heartburn last?”

How long does heartburn last? No given time frame A few minutes to a few days per episode Recurring heartburn lasts months or years Frequent heartburn over several months can indicate a more serious condition GERD – gastro esophageal reflux disease

Underlying Causes Underlying cause a primary indicator GERD – symptoms may last longer Lower esophageal sphincter malfunctioning Stomach acids creep into esophagus Pregnancy, 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 days Heartburn usually ceases after the offending food is digested fully

Frequent Heartburn Individual episodes come and go Chronic heartburn will continue to flare up until treated Identify underlying cause Food sensitivity Eliminating triggers can sometimes eliminate heartburn

Contributing Foods Chocolate Spicy Hot Saucy Keep track of foods you’ve eaten recently Eliminate one by one Alcohol, caffeine can contribute Medications Keep track of everything you ingest

Long Lasting Heartburn Lasts more than a few days Doesn’t respond to antacids Should be evaluated by a medical professional Heart attacks can be mistaken for heartburn Are you at risk? Learn to differentiate

How Long Does Heartburn Last? Many sufferers ask this question No easy answer Different people respond differently to treatments Natural remedies and solutions Reduce the number of attacks, severity of those that occur

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