gastroesophageal reflux vs heartburn

gastroesophageal reflux

noun
  • Synonym of heartburn: pain from influx of gastric juices into the esophagus. 

  • The reflux of gastric juices into the esophagus. 

heartburn

noun
  • A burning pain in the chest that is caused by stomach acid entering the gullet. 

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