Heartburn Causes And Symptoms

Burning sensation in the middle of the chest caused by the rise of stomach juices into the esophagus, which are regularly accompanied by belching.

Causes 

* Eating spicy foods, excess fat and seasonings.
* Drinking alcohol.
* Poor digestion.
* Consuming irritants, soft drinks coffee, black tea and chocolate.
* Smoke, and toxic substances in the smoke inhaled irritate the esophagus and stomach lining.
* Pregnancy because the fetus presses the digestive system of preventing mother to perform their duties as normal.
* Stress and nervousness favor excessive production of gastric juices that give rise to heartburn.

Symptoms

* Frequent belching.
* Feeling trapped air in the esophagus.
* Burning in the larynx.

Diagnosis

* Is made based on the symptoms mentioned above.
* If heartburn is frequent, the specialist will do physical exams and x-rays to assess the state of the digestive tract.

Prevention

* Eating spicy foods in moderation and fats.
* Avoid drinking alcohol, soft drinks, coffee and black tea.
* Do not smoke, because this increases irritation of the stomach. Can be used to snuff the counter.
* Dairy products like milk, yogurt and cheese kept in good conditions, the intestinal flora, thereby reducing the risk of stomach problems.
* Always eat sitting, never lying down.
* Do not lie down immediately after eating.
* Having a fixed feeding schedule to prevent gastric juices produced when there is no food in the stomach and tends to go up the esophagus.
* Avoid stress and nervousness. If these emotional states are already present, it is recommended to control them with natural tranquilizers and herbal teas.
* Do not wear tight girdles or belts tight, since pressure on the stomach and aggravate the problem.

Treatment

* We recommend taking nonprescription antacids, for relieving heartburn by neutralizing stomach acid and coat the lining of the esophagus.
* Avoid food and irritants, such as Chilly, sausage, chocolate, spices and fat, to improve digestion and to avoid such hassles.
* There are food supplements that help improve digestion.
* Because pregnancy can not take antacids, it is advisable to have a diet low in fat and spicy seasonings. It is necessary to conduct four to five small meals a day and chew gum constantly, since the production of saliva that it generates helps neutralize stomach acid.

Consult your doctor.