Heartburn
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Heartburn is a burning sensation that rises from the stomach toward the chest or throat, generally caused by the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus.
Common symptoms: Burning behind the breastbone, a sour or bitter taste in the mouth, discomfort that worsens when lying down or after overeating.
Common causes: Large meals, irritating foods, certain beverages, being overweight or pregnancy, as well as habits such as lying down soon after eating.
When to see a doctor? If heartburn is frequent, persistent, or accompanied by difficulty swallowing or weight loss, it is worth evaluating. The gastroenterologist is the appropriate specialist, and the general practitioner can guide a first consultation to decide how to proceed.
Data on 1,433 doctors who treat heartburn
Which specialist treats heartburn?
Heartburn is mainly treated by a gastroenterologist; a general practitioner can provide initial care, and a general surgeon or an endoscopist get involved when specialized tests or treatment are needed. If heartburn is frequent or severe, it's advisable to see a gastroenterologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in heartburn
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Frequently asked questions
What is heartburn?
Heartburn is a burning sensation that rises from the stomach toward the chest or throat, generally caused by the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus.
Which doctor treats heartburn?
Heartburn is mainly treated by a gastroenterologist; a general practitioner can provide initial care, and a general surgeon or an endoscopist get involved when specialized tests or treatment are needed. If heartburn is frequent or severe, it's advisable to see a gastroenterologist.