Heartburn during pregnancy: What helps
Why is heartburn so common during pregnancy? Heartburn occurs when acidic stomach fluid rises into the esophagus. This backflow, also called reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD), is possible when the sphincter between the stomach and esophagus no longer functions properly. In addition, as pregnancy progresses, the growing uterus presses upward against the intestines and stomach, … Heartburn during pregnancy: What helps
