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25 Reasons Why Your Stomach Hurts

5. Acid Reflux

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Acid reflux is a frequent illness characterized by a burning ache in the lower chest area known as heartburn. It occurs when stomach acid returns to the food pipe. Exact data vary, but acid reflux illnesses are the most prevalent digestive problem seen by hospital departments in the United States. According to the American College of Gastroenterology, more than 60 million Americans suffer from heartburn at least once a month, with at least 15 million experiencing it on a daily basis.