Heartburn and Reflux

• Indigestion is discomfort in the lower chest or upper abdomen, often after meals.
• Symptoms include heartburn, belching, and bloating.
• Reflux occurs when stomach acid reflux into the oesophagus, causing a burning sensation.
• Symptoms include pain near the breastbone, nausea, and bloating.
• Triggers include spicy, rich, or fatty foods, tight clothing, alcohol, caffeine, smoking, stress, pregnancy, or eating quickly.
• Heartburn, a symptom of indigestion and GERD, occurs when stomach acids flow back into the esophagus, causing a burning feeling.
• Triggers include large meals, physical activity after eating, excess coffee or alcohol, anxiety, and advanced pregnancy.
• Understanding these triggers can help manage and prevent indigestion and heartburn.