Title: Heartburn and nausea: 5 possible causes
Headings: What causes heartburn and nausea?
What causes heartburn and nausea?
The link between heartburn and nausea
Causes
1. Gastritis
2. Peptic ulcer disease
3. Medication side effects
4. Pregnancy
5. Stomach cancer
Treatments and home remedies
Antacids
Antibiotics
Proton pump inhibitors
Lifestyle and dietary changes
When to see a doctor
Summary

Content: Heartburn and nausea are both common gastrointestinal complaints, which means they have to do with the digestive system. Heartburn is also called gastroesophageal reflux. It has nothing to do with the heart. Rather, it occurs when acid from the stomach flows backward into the esophagus — the tube that connects the throat to the stomach. People often describe heartburn as a burning sensation just behind the breastbone. Some people also experience a bitter or sour taste in the back of the throat. The effects can last for several hours and tend to be worse after eating. Nausea describes the urge to vomit, or be sick. The sensation may come just before vomiting or can happen on its own. In this article, learn more about the link between heartburn and nausea, as well as possible causes of these conditions occurring at the same time.