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• The burning sensation, pressure or pain of heartburn can last for up to two hours.
  
  
• Most people only suffer from heartburn on an occasional basis. However, if you suffer from heartburn for more than two days a week, you may be suffering from a condition known as gastrooesophageal reflux disease (GERD, also known as acid reflux).
  
  
• If you think that you may be suffering from GERD, you should speak to your doctor as GERD may have some long-term complications.