Nowadays, heartburn has become a widespread problem that affects many people. In Germany, too, around half of adults suffer from symptoms such as heartburn and acid regurgitation, especially after sumptuous meals. But what are the causes of this unpleasant burning sensation in the oesophagus and how can it be effectively treated? Dr. Holger Seidl is Director of the Clinic for Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Gastroenterological Oncology at ISAR Klinikum. He is working on developing state-of-the-art treatment methods for patients like Hermann Daller (64) to relieve them of these symptoms. <\/p>\n