Imagine you’re sipping on a hot cup of tea to warm you up on a cold day. Suddenly, your throat feels like it’s on fire! Well, that’s kind of what it’s like when women who take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) increase their risk for developing heartburn. Just like how the hot tea can cause a burning sensation in your throat, HRT can lead to heartburn in women. A new study review suggests that women who take or have ever taken hormones are more likely to experience heartburn. This could be due to the changes in hormone levels affecting the muscle at the bottom of the esophagus, which normally helps keep stomach acid from flowing back up into the throat. So, ladies, if you’re considering HRT for menopause symptoms, it’s important to be aware of this potential side effect. To learn more about the research behind this link between HRT and heartburn, dive into the underlying study.
