10 GERD Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #8: Pain Laying Down
When we lay down, our esophagus lays horizontally just like our bodies. While this is not usually a problem for us, it can be problematic for GERD sufferers because the stomach’s juices are able to spill out and back up into the esophagus, causing heartburn and chest pain.
One way to try and avoid the pain is to avoid eating just before bedtime. If laying down causes too much discomfort, you should seek advice from a medical professional.
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