
Frequent heartburn may be a warning sign of a more dangerous condition, doctor says
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Chronic heartburn can lead to Barrett's esophagus and increased cancer risk. A gut health expert shares important warning signs and prevention tips.
"With reflux, the danger is not the burn in the chest or throat — the real danger is the constant backflow of acid traveling the wrong way." Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.
Some studies have shown that among those with Barrett’s esophagus, between 3% and 13% will go on to develop cancer, but most will not.
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