Heartburn (pyrosis)

What is it?

The Heartburn o heartburn It's a feeling of A burning sensation that appears in the central part of the chest and that can rise up into the throat. It occurs when the acidic contents of the stomach rise up into the oesophagus.

It can appear occasionally, for example after large meals, or occur frequently. When persistent, it can be related to problems such as Gastro-oesophageal reflux y requires a more detailed assessment.

What is the patient feeling

The patient usually notices a Burning sensation starting in the lower chest and can travel up towards the throat, especially after eating or when lying down. It is sometimes accompanied by regurgitation or a sour taste in the mouth.

En algunos casos, la acidez puede interferir en el descanso o en el día a día, generando discomfort. recurrent problems that do not always improve with usual measures. This may raise doubts about its origin and the need for a more complete study.

What pathology may be related

When you should consult

  • If heartburn is frequent. It appears several times a week.
  • If it doesn't improve with standard treatment. Persistence despite medication.
  • If it interferes with your day-to-day. It affects sleep or meals.
  • If there are associated symptoms. Difficulty swallowing, weight loss or pain.

How do we handle it at GASTEA?

If there are associated symptoms

Difficulty swallowing, weight loss or pain.

Accurate diagnosis

We differentiate between reflux, structural or functional causes.

Specific tests

We indicate studies such as gastroscopy or pH monitoring if necessary.

Bespoke treatment

Adapted according to the patient's cause and characteristics.

Specialist support

We control the evolution and adjust the treatment.

First online consultation
From €150
First in-person consultation
From €170
Includes:
  • Specialist support.
  • Pre-trial interpretation. If you already have studies, we will analyse them in detail.
  • Test Recommendation. We define if it is necessary to expand the study.
  • Clear therapeutic orientation. We will explain the treatment and next steps.
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No. It can have functional causes or be related to other digestive problems.

Yes, but if it is frequent or persistent, it is worth evaluating.

Yes, especially if there is untreated reflux.

It depends on the case, but in many patients they help to confirm the diagnosis.

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