Heartburn During Pregnancy
Heartburn is common during pregnancy. That's because hormones cause the digestive system to slow down. The muscles that push food down the esophagus also move more slowly when you are pregnant. And as the uterus grows, it presses on the stomach. This can sometimes force stomach acid up into the esophagus. Heartburn may...Pregnancy and Heartburn: Care Instructions
Heartburn is a common problem during pregnancy. Heartburn happens when stomach acid backs up into the tube that carries food to the stomach. This tube is called the esophagus. Early in pregnancy, heartburn is caused by hormone changes that slow down digestion. Later on, it's also caused by the large uterus pushing up on...Heartburn
Briefly discusses possible causes of heartburn and the severity of symptoms. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.Heartburn: Changing Your Eating Habits
Developing healthier eating habits, losing weight if you need to, and avoiding foods that increase symptoms of GERD may make heartburn less likely to occur. Here are some changes you can try. Stay at a weight that's healthy for you. Extra weight puts more pressure on your stomach and makes you more likely to have...GERD: Controlling Heartburn by Changing Your Habits
Symptoms of GERD can be painful and, if allowed to continue, can lead to complications including esophagitis. Esophagitis is irritation or inflammation of the esophagus. You can make changes to your lifestyle to help relieve your symptoms of GERD. Here are some things to try. Stay at a weight that's healthy for you...Nonprescription Antacids for Heartburn
Many people take nonprescription antacids for mild or occasional heartburn. Antacids are substances that neutralize some of the stomach acid. Examples of nonprescription antacids include: Rolaids. Maalox. Mylanta. Tums. Be careful when you take over-the-counter antacid medicines. Many of these medicines have aspirin in...Dyspepsia
Dyspepsia is a common symptom and can include: Belly pain or discomfort. Bloating. Feeling uncomfortably full after eating. Nausea. Loss of appetite. Burping. Most people will experience some symptoms of dyspepsia within their lifetimes. What causes it? The most common kind of dyspepsia is called functional dyspepsia...Indigestion (Dyspepsia): Care Instructions
Sometimes it can be hard to pinpoint the cause of indigestion. (It is also called dyspepsia.) Most cases of an upset stomach with bloating, burning, burping, and nausea are minor and go away within several hours. Home treatment and over-the-counter medicine often are able to control symptoms. If you get indigestion...Indigestion in Children: Care Instructions
Indigestion is pain in the upper part of the belly. It is also called dyspepsia. It often occurs with bloating, burning, burping, and nausea. Most of the time it happens while or after eating. It's usually minor and goes away within several hours. Sometimes it can be hard to pinpoint the cause of this problem. Home...Sodium Bicarbonate
(soe' dee um) (bye kar' bon ate) Brand Name(s): Alka-Seltzer® Heartburn, Zegerid® (as a combination product containing Omeprazole, Sodium Bicarbonate), Zegerid® OTC (as a combination product containing Omeprazole, Sodium Bicarbonate); also...