This is a chronic disease that occurs when stomach acid or bile flows into the food pipe and irritates the lining. Acid reflux and heartburn more than twice a week.
Very common
More than 10 million cases per year (India).
Symptoms
Symptoms include burning pain in the chest that usually occurs after eating and worsens when lying down.
People may experience:
belching, heartburn, nausea, or regurgitation.
Also common: bitter taste, discomfort in upper abdomen, or dry cough.