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What medical conditions can cause heartburn? all possible answers? i'm 19. & i do eat healthy. no candy or junk food. not unless i'm pms lol

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Dr. Richard Zhu answered

Heartburn: GERD may be a likely culprit. Consult a gastroenterologist.

Answered 1/5/2015

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