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Weak Esophageal Muscles May Cause GERD

Posted: Aug 31 in Reflux Resources by admin

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, affects as much as 35% of the U.S. population. GERD sufferers may often experience acid reflux and heartburn symptoms two or more times a week if left untreated. Over the counter antacids and prescription medications, including proton pump inhibitors, work to neutralize or decrease the stomach acid that refluxes into the esophagus and causes heartburn pain. While most current treatment plans for GERD focus on reducing the amount stomach acid that is produced, new research suggests that the problem may be found earlier in the digestive system.

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Is Medication the Best Answer for Heartburn?

Posted: Aug 26 in Reflux Resources by admin

New research indicates that medicating your heartburn may put you at risk for more serious medical problems. While prescription medications, especially proton pump inhibitors, have been extremely successful in treating heartburn symptoms over the last several years, a closer look at the side effects suggests that lifestyle changes may be more appropriate and less risky for some patients.

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Don’t Let Stress Make You Sick

Posted: Aug 17 in Reflux Resources by admin

None of us wants to feel stressed, but you may assume that it’s a necessary part of adult life. Perhaps you think that everyone has stress from work or relationships or life in general, and so you don’t spend a lot of time worrying about how to get rid of it.

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Are Acid Reflux and GERD the Same?

Posted: Aug 11 in Reflux Resources by admin

If you suffer from heartburn or acid reflux, you may have read about GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease. Are GERD and acid reflux the same thing? Not exactly, and understanding the difference may help you determine which treatment options are right for you.

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GERD And Bad Breath

Posted: Aug 02 in Reflux Resources by admin

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is a disease characterized by acid reflux that occurs two or more times per week. The most common symptom associated with this disease is heartburn, but GERD can also cause hoarseness, chronic coughing, difficulty swallowing, and bad breath. That’s right, if you have bad breath it could be a result of your digestive tract rather than your oral hygiene.

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Laryngitis and GERD

Posted: Jul 27 in Reflux Resources by admin

In addition to dealing with the pain and discomfort of heartburn, people who suffer from GERD may develop laryngitis as a result of their frequent acid reflux.

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Chronic Cough May Be Caused By GERD

Posted: Jul 20 in Reflux Resources by admin

Have you been coughing for 3 weeks or more, and aren’t sure why? If you don’t have a chronic respiratory disease or other symptoms of illness, your chronic cough may be the result of GERD. People with GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, suffer from frequent acid reflux and can experience many other health complications, including seemingly unexplained coughing.

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Chest Pain May Be Caused By Digestive Problems

Posted: Jul 10 in Reflux Resources by admin

Having pain in your chest can be very scary, but it may not signal a heart attack or other cardiac problems. In fact, chest pain can be caused by a number of different digestive issues.

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Do some medications make GERD symptoms worse?

Posted: Jul 05 in Reflux Resources by admin

Although most people will experience heartburn or acid reflux at least once in their lives, people who suffer from GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, typically experience heartburn at least twice per week. If you suffer from GERD, you should be aware that there are certain medications and dietary supplements that might make your symptoms worse.

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Daily Habits To Prevent Heartburn

Posted: Jun 30 in Reflux Resources by admin

Millions of Americans suffer from heartburn, but much of the pain and discomfort of acid reflux can be avoided with simple lifestyle changes. Follow these daily habits to reduce the frequency and severity of your heartburn.

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