Savvy Senior: Heartburn relief for seniors in need

 
BY JIM MILLER
Published: January 31, 2012

DEAR SAVVY SENIOR: Is heartburn considered to be an uncomfortable inconvenience or a symptom of a more serious problem? I've had mild heartburn for years but it has gotten worse since I've gotten older. What can you tell me and what should I do?

Rolaids -Eating Ron

DEAR RON: Almost everyone experiences the discomfort of heartburn or acid indigestion from time to time, but frequent episodes can signal a...


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