From: Validation of a survey methodology for gastroesophageal reflux disease in China
Symptom (frequency) | Regurgitation and effect on eat/sleep/work | Heartburn and effect on sleep | Additional medication | Sore throat/hoarseness |
---|---|---|---|---|
Pain behind breastbone | 0.37 | 0.73 | 0.18 | -0.28 |
Burning behind breastbone | 0.23 | 0.76 | 0.00 | 0.40 |
Acid taste or regurgitation | 0.83 | 0.10 | -0.05 | 0.04 |
Sore throat or hoarseness due to heartburn or acid reflux | 0.39 | 0.21 | 0.09 | 0.81 |
Difficulty sleeping due to heartburn or acid reflux | 0.53 | 0.61 | -0.02 | 0.20 |
Difficulty eating preferred foods due to heartburn or acid reflux | 0.82 | 0.00 | 0.25 | 0.11 |
Difficulty working due to heartburn or acid reflux | 0.77 | 0.31 | 0.05 | 0.04 |
Self-medication for heartburn or acid reflux | 0.29 | 0.13 | 0.92 | 0.07 |