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Heartburn is a burning sensation behind the
breastbone (sternum). It results from
irritation of the lower oesophagus (gullet)
by excessively acid stomach contents, as
sometimes happens during pregnancy and in
cases of duodenal ulcer or obesity.
Subject by: Andrew Row