Cindy suffers from chronic "heartburn." Cindy's helpful aunt suggests that the cause is that Cindy's cat often sits on her stomach following a large meal and the "heartburn" is due to pressure of the stomach against the heart.Indeed,this is the typical cause of heartburn.

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While pressure on the stomach can contribute to heartburn, it is not the typical cause. Heartburn is usually caused by stomach acid flowing back up into the esophagus, irritating the lining and causing a burning sensation. This can be triggered by a variety of factors, such as certain foods, large meals, obesity, and pregnancy.

Cindy Suffers from Chronic "Heartburn