Diagnosing Heartburn

If you experience frequent heartburn, getting a diagnosis can bring you the relief you need. Learn about common diagnostic procedures and what to expect.

A woman shows signs of heartburn.

How to Diagnose Heartburn

By Tanya Feke, MD

Your Guide to Living With Gastritis

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

Doctor talking to her patient about results

Barium Swallow and Small Bowel Follow Through

Medically reviewed by Akash Goel, MD

Male doctor examining a young woman's throat with a tongue depressor

Erosive Esophagitis Causes and Treatments

Medically reviewed by Emmy Ludwig, MD

Doctor talking to patient

What to Expect From the pH Test for Acid Reflux

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

Patient with Chest Pain talking to her doctor

Acid Reflex and the Bernstein Test

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) Symptoms and Treatment

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

woman discussing chest pain with doctor

GERD and Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD

Man with heartburn at the doctor

Diagnosing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Medically reviewed by Andy Miller, MD