Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pyrosis
noun
/paɪˈroʊ.sɪs/
Definition
a medical term used to describe a burning sensation in the chest, commonly known as heartburn.
Examples
- After eating spicy food, she experienced pyrosis that made her uncomfortable for hours.
- He was advised to avoid carbonated drinks to prevent pyrosis.
- The doctor explained that pyrosis may indicate gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Meaning
Pyrosis is often caused by the reflux of stomach acid into the esophagus, leading to discomfort.
Synonyms
- heartburn
- acid reflux
- esophageal burning
