US Medical Term · symptoms
Heartburn
Acidez estomacal
Also: Agruras (regional variant)
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Heartburn |
| Spanish (Español) | Acidez estomacal |
| Chinese (中文) | 胃灼熱 |
| Korean (한국어) | 속쓰림 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Ợ nóng |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Sikmura |
| Portuguese (Português) | Azia |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | อาการเสียดท้อง |
| Japanese (日本語) | 胸焼け |
What it means
Heartburn is a burning discomfort in the chest, usually felt behind the breastbone, that often rises toward the throat. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with the heart. It occurs when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, the tube connecting the mouth and stomach. Heartburn is very common and is often triggered by fatty or spicy foods, citrus, tomatoes, alcohol, caffeine, eating large meals, or lying down shortly after eating. Frequent heartburn occurring more than twice a week may indicate GERD. Severe chest pain should always be evaluated promptly to rule out a heart attack.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have a burning feeling in my chest that goes up into my throat.
Siento una quemazón en el pecho que me sube hacia la garganta.
The heartburn is worst when I lie down after eating.
La acidez empeora cuando me acuesto después de comer.
I get heartburn almost every day and antacids only help for a little while.
Tengo acidez casi todos los días y los antiácidos solo ayudan por un tiempo corto.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
R12 HeartburnRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026