Symptoms and signs of GORD

• A painful or burning sensation in the upper abdomen or chest, sometimes radiating to the back (heartburn). This usually lasts only a few minutes. Some people describe it as a “must-sit-up” feeling (regurgitation).
• The acid reflux can reach the pharynx (throat) and mouth. It tastes sour and can burn (waterbrash).
• A small number of people find it hard to breathe and begin to sound hoarse, because the refluxed fluid irritates the larynx (voice box) and respiratory tract.
• Excess burping is common.

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