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Every day late night around midnight or later i have really bad heartburn to where i can't breathe. is this bad?

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Dr. Marvin Den answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: You shoiuld have this checked out. The symptoms sound severe and may need medical attention.

Answered 2/6/2013

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