Chronic Heartburn - Symptoms, Causes and Prevention

Heartburn in Urdu

سینے کی جلن ایک عام حالت ہے جس سے کم وبیش ہر کوئی ہی کبھی نہ کبھی متاثر ہوتا ہے۔ کھانے کے بعد عام طور پر درد زیادہ شدید ہوتا ہے، رات کے وقت یا جھکنے پر یہ درد زیادہ ہو سکتا ہے۔ یہ خطرناک بیماری نہیں ہے. زیادہ سے زیادہ لوگ اس تکلیف کو کنٹرول کر سکتے ہیں۔ اپنے طرز زندگی کو تبدیل کر کے اور انسداد کی ادویات سے اس ہر قابو پانا ممکن ہے .

Doctors For Heartburn

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Dr. Usman Javaid

Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist

MBBS, Diploma in Gastroenterology (UK), Diploma in Diabetes (UK), Member European Society of Gastroenterology

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7 Yrs

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Javaid Poly Clinic, Faisal Town, Lahore

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Anjum Diagnostic Center, Wapda Town Extension, Lahore

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Asst. Prof. Dr. Mujahid Israr

Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist, General Physician, Internal Medicine Specialist

MBBS, FCPS (Gastroenterology), FCPS (Internal Medicine), FACG (US), SCE (UK), ESEGH ( European Board Of Gastroenterology & Hepatology)

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15 Yrs

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98%

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Omar Hospital & Cardiac Centre, Jail Road, Lahore

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Ikram Hospital, Marghzar Colony, Gujrat

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Asst. Prof. Dr. Salman Javed

Gastroenterologist

MBBS (Pb), FRCP (UK), MD (USA), MACP (USA), FCPS (Gastro)

Experience

17 Yrs

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94%

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Omar Hospital & Cardiac Centre, Jail Road, Lahore

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Health Avenue, Garden Town, Lahore

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Asst. Prof. Dr. M Hussain Baloch

Gastroenterologist

MBBS, MCPS (Medicine), FCPS(Gastroenterology), MRCP (Gastroenterology)

Experience

12 Yrs

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99%

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Rs. 800

Gillani Hopsital, Satellite Town, Quetta

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Rs. 1,000

Profile Photo of Internal Medicine Specialist in Lahore - Asst. Prof. Dr. Fahmina Ashfaq

Asst. Prof. Dr. Fahmina Ashfaq

Internal Medicine Specialist, General Physician, Gastroenterologist, Diabetologist, Family Medicine

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine), MRCP (Medicine)

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14 Yrs

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97%

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Naseer Hospital, Garden Town, Lahore

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Omar Medical Center, Johar Town, Lahore

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Asst. Prof. Dr. Hafiz Mohammad Zubair

Internal Medicine Specialist, Gastroenterologist, Diabetologist

MBBS, FCPS (Internal Medicine)

Experience

13 Yrs

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98%

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Zobia Hospital, Sector G, Islamabad

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KRL Hospital, Sector G-9/1, Islamabad

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Summary about Heartburn in English

Marham enlists the best doctors for heartburn treatment in Pakistan. Book an appointment or online consultation with a doctor for the management of heartburn. Consult the most experienced specialists for chest burning based on their qualifications, patient reviews, location, and fees.

What is Heartburn?

Heartburn is an uncomfortable burning pain in the chest. Heartburn causes the regurgitation of food and burping. The burning sensations and sour acidic taste in the mouth worsen after eating or at night.

Heartburn interferes with daily routine and requires medical care for management. Heartburn is diagnosed and treated by a gastroenterologist.

What are the causes of Heartburn?

Heartburn results from gastric diseases which cause stomach acid reflux. Smoking, excessive intake of acidic foods and caffeine, and lack of physical activity often result in heartburn. Medical conditions causing heartburn are pregnancy, hiatal hernia, and certain acidity-causing medicines.

What is heartburn treatment?

A gastroenterologist diagnoses the cause of heartburn using an x-ray or esophageal motility testing and decides the treatment approach for it using; Antacids and proton pump inhibitors to neutralize stomach acids. Less severe heartburn can be treated by making lifestyle modifications.

The top specialist doctor for heartburn in Pakistan provide complete diagnosis and management of the disease using their extensive experience.

What are heartburn complications?

Untreated heartburn can result in complications such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and esophagitis. Heartburn can be an indication of a severe medical conditon and can result in gastric cancer.

Consult the best doctor for heartburn treatment in Pakistan now to avoid any complications. You can also book a video consultation through Marham to discuss your symptoms with the most experienced heartburn doctor in Pakistan

Causes of Heartburn

It happens when the stomach acid leaks up into the esophagus. This may happen due to

  • High consumption of acidic foods
  • Smoking
  • Alcoholism
  • spicy foods

Risk Factors of Heartburn

  • Smoking.
  • Eating large meals or eating late at night.
  • Eating certain foods (triggers) such as fatty or fried foods.
  • Drinking certain beverages, such as alcohol or coffee.
  • Taking certain medications, such as aspirin.

Preventive Measures of Heartburn

  • Maintain a normal weight.
  • Avoid any foods and beverages that worsen your symptoms
  • Wear clothes that are loose around the waist
  • Eat smaller meals and try not to overeat
  • Don't smoke
  • Avoid constipation
  • Get enough sleep and minimize stress

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