Heartburn/GERD Health Center
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Diagnosis & Tests
How do you know if it’s heartburn or something more serious? See what steps doctors take and what heartburn and GERD tests may be used to find out.
Diagnosis
You think you have heartburn, but how do you know for sure? Here are the steps your doctor may take to find out.
How does your doctor know if it's GERD? Find out which tests for GERD your doctor may use.
Tests
This procedure, usually done on an outpatient basis, allows your doctor to take a look inside your esophagus and stomach.
If your treatment for severe heartburn or GERD isn't working, you may need this test.
This tests checks to see whether your esophagus is working properly.
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Common Treatments for Heartburn/GERD
It’s not just what you eat that can cause your stomach to churn. It’s also how much you eat and what you do after meals.
