The lining of the stomach secretes hydrochloric acid at regular intervals to be ready with the acidic environment to breakdown food proteins. But when a person does not eat at regular intervals the acid gets accumulated. The increased quantity of acid can cause discomfort to the individual. Helicobacter pylori and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are the two most commonly known triggers of acid in the stomach. Stomach cancer and ulcers can trigger gastrin that stimulates the production of hydrochloric acid. Excess production of acid in the stomach can result in heartburn.
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