Persistent heartburn
Certain foods, alcohol and stress are a common cause of heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux. But if simple lifestyle changes and pharmacy medicine, such as antacids, aren’t helping or you have heartburn most days for three weeks or more, speak to your GP. It could be a sign of stomach, throat or even ovarian cancer. ‘Some people are more prone to heartburn than others, but it’s worth getting it checked out,’ says Dr Perry.