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Persistent Heartburn
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In the mornings, I usually wake up with a heartburn; sometimes it starts shortly after waking up. Why is that and what to do?
Dr. Thierry Yazbek, Surgery - Heartburn is a Burning in the chest, it is due to acid reflux. To improve your symptoms  Lose weight (if you are overweight)  Raise the head of your bed  Avoid foods that make your symptoms wor... Read More
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I've always had a heart burn and assumed it's psychological. Now i'm 29 and it's happening too often, heart burn & shortness of breath. I'm not stressed, no heart probs in family. Shall i see a doc?
Dr. Randa Zeidan, Family Medicine - Of course it is better to see a doctor to try and specify your problem and to get the appropriate treatment
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Pregnant woman in the seventh month suffering from severe heartburn. What medication is required?
Dr. Karim Nawfal, Obstetrics & Gynecology - This is common in pregnancy, there are safe and effective treatments for it but consult your obstetrician so that he can do a proper medical evaluation before prescribing it to you.
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