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Heartburn is a misnomer because it has nothing to do with the heart. It is a burning sensation that is felt in the region of the heart but actually occurs in the esophagus.
Bailee Schulist
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What organ is affected by heartburn?
Heartburn is reflux (backflow) of the stomach contents into the esophagus, causing burning and discomfort.
What are symptoms to acid reflux?
Acid reflux symptoms are; heartburn, regurgitation of food, constant burping, nausea, pain, and bloating. A person may also experience sore throats. Symptoms are different depending upon the person.
When does heartburn occurs?
Heartburn associated with gastroesophageal reflux occurs 30-60 minutes after eating. It also occurs when a person is lying down.
Someone who recieves an organ or tissue?
A person who gives an organ to another is a donor, and a person who receives an organ is a donee.
Does ginger affect your heart rate?
Eating spicy foods can cause heartburn in some people, but not all. It all depends on the person and if they have a chronic condition. If a person gets heartburn frequently this could be a sign of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD. Otherwise, heartburn causes differ from person to person. It is common though that spicy foods would be the culprit.
What foods should I avoid for heartburn?
Having heartburn can be an awful experience if you eat the wrong foods. Anything spicy or hot will cause you to have a flare up. Eating something like dairy products will help however.
What organ does the chyme flow back into that results in heartburn?
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Could club soda cause heartburn?
Sodas are among the worst drinks to cause heartburn. Any carbonated drink has a lot of acid in it, and that makes your stomach acid churn up and create heartburn. A better choice of drink for a person who suffers from heartburn is plain water or unsweetened tea or coffee (although coffee can also cause heartburn because it has so much caffeine in it).
Is heartburn directly related to a cardiovascular disorder?
No. That is just a name it is given. Heartburn is actually stomach acid coming back up into the esophagus. The lining of the esophagus is not resistant to the acid, and therefor people experience a burning sensation.
What does an organ mean in science?
An organ is a system in a person's body.
What are antaacids?
Antacids are used to neutralize stomach acidity. You take antacids (such as Tums or Rolaids) when you experience heartburn or upset stomach.
Can a person trade an internal organ for an organ?
Uhmmm I think so?
