The most common and well known symptom of acid reflux is of course heartburn but it is by no means the only symptom of GERD. In this section we will look at the main acid reflux symptoms and how likely they are to occur.

Heartburn

The symptom most associated with acid reflux is, of course, heartburn. Funnily enough, it has nothing to do with the heart which often causes confusion. Heartburn usually strikes after a heavy meal and involves a very unpleasant burning sensations radiating from the chest up to the throat. Almost everyone experiences heartburn from time-to-time and this alone does not mean that you have GERD.

Dyspepsia

Around 50% of acid reflux sufferers experience a syndrome known as dyspepsia. It is possible, however, to also have dyspepsia without being a sufferer of GERD. Dyspepsia is characterised by its own symptoms including nausea after a meal, bloatedness and upper abdominal pain.

Regurgitation

Ifyou haveeaten a heavymeal thenitcanbecommon forsomeacidand undigestedfoodcontentstocomebackup fromthestomachinto your throat and mouth. This unpleasant regurgitation  can take the form of vomiting in the worst of cases.

Chest pain

The feeling of food stuck in the chest is another very distressing and unpleasant symptom of GERD. Typically sufferers will find that chest pain becomes a chronic issue and is similar but should not be confused with the pain caused by heart conditions.

Throat issues

Acid reflux cough, is a common throat complaint reported by GERD patients. The cough is distinctive due to its dryness. Other throat problems can include a difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), sore throat and regular hiccupping.

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• What Are The Main Acid Reflux Symptoms?
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