Is Heartburn a Sign of Something Deadlier?

When the fire in your chest isn’t just acid reflux, but the weight of unspoken apologies and unresolved pain.

      Heartburn! The exact way I felt after I realized the hurtful things I said to the love of my life. Is this pain for real or do I need to actually get my heart checked?

Sorry seemed like a small price to pay for the hurtful words, but the hurt remained, like a crack in the foundation of our love. All because I could not keep my mouth shut.

A woman's eyes clouded over, her chest constricting with the weight of her emotions.

      The feeling of hot tears running down my cheeks. I have never felt this way before, not even when I broke a bone.

      I got up, pacing around my room, searching for relief. I took pain relievers, drank water, and tried deep breathing exercises, but the discomfort lingered.

      With each passing moment, I realized that my heartburn was more than just a physical symptom. It was a manifestation of my emotional pain.

A lady experiencing severe heartburn.

      The burning in my chest mirrored the ache in my heart. At that moment, I understood that healing my emotional wounds was essential to soothing my physical pain.

      I began to confront my grief, seeking solace in journaling, therapy and self care. Is this just a temporary feeling or an underlying medical condition?

What’s the one thing you wish you could take back or apologize for?

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Written by Anita Omameh