What does heartburn feel like?
Imagine an uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest — that’s what just one of the symptoms feels like, and it’s not the only one. Take a look below and get to know the other possible symptoms associated with heartburn.
Common symptoms
- Frequent and repetitive burping in a short period of time
- A sour or acid taste in the back of your throat
- Discomfort that gets worse after eating, lying down, or bending down
- Bloating
- A burning feeling in your chest just behind the breastbone that can travel up the neck and throat. Severe chest pain, however, could be an indication of something more serious and should be assessed by a physician immediately.
Uncommon symptoms
- Difficult or painful swallowing.
If these symptoms occur, you should discuss them with your doctor right away.
- Pain that radiates to your neck and shoulders.
If these symptoms occur, you should discuss them with your doctor right away.
- Persistent hiccups
When to see a doctor
Seek medical attention if:
- you get heartburn more than once a week
- you have severe heartburn symptoms
- the symptoms continue even with the use of prescription or non-prescription heartburn medication
- if you have trouble swallowing
If you think that you're having a heart attack seek medical attention right away.
