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How can often heartburn affect your health?
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It is uncomfortable: It doe snot affect your health seriously but it is uncomfortable and on long term can cause damage to your esophagus(food pipe). So you need to get treatment for it from your doctor. You can also try to use antacids many of which are available over the counter.
Answered 7/20/2013
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Over a substantial: period of time it can lead to serious medical problems. Complications from GERD could include development of esophagitis, or possible a peptic (esophageal) stricture. Barrett's esophagus can sometimes lead to esophageal cancer.
Answered 5/28/2017
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