Acid Reflux

Acid Reflux

Acid reflux is a condition in which a burning sensation with pain is felt in the lower and middle chest area also referred to as heartburn. This happens because of the acid in the stomach flows back up to the food pipe (Oesophagus). Acid reflux occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) muscle at the bottom of the food pipe relaxes at the wrong time and lets the stomach acid to back up into the food pipe. Acid reflux is also called acid indigestion or pyrosis. When acid reflux occurs more than 2 times in a week then it is diagnosed as gastroesophageal reflux diseases (GERD).

Common symptoms of acid reflux

Heartburn:
A burning pain in your stomach that moves to your food pipe.

Regurgitation:
A sour or bitter-tasting acid backing up into your mouth.