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How does heartburn differ from GERD?

April 26, 2017differ GERD Heartburn

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How does heartburn differ from GERD?

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Heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease represent a spectrum. Everyone will experience occasional heartburn sometime in life. However, the progression from occasional heartburn to heartburn more than twice a week, or heartburn associated with warning signs such as food sticking, weight loss, or low blood count, suggest that you may have gastroesophageal reflux disease. You need to see a doctor who can better diagnose the severity of your condition.