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Heartburn
Technically known as pyrosis, heartburn is a symptom described as a mid-sternal burning sensation often radiating to the neck. It is associated with
gastro-esophageal reflux disease[?]
, or
GERD
. It is relieved by
antacids
such as
Tums[?]
,
Rolaids[?]
or
sodium bicarbonate
.
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