Heartburn
Also called: GERD, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Acid Reflux, Esophageal Reflux
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This is a great question. When patients come in or consumers and ask me about heartburn, as a pharmacist I have to ask them a few questions, to find...
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That is a possibility. In some cases, vitamins are recommended to be taken on an empty stomach, but it does cause sometimes heartburn or people feel...
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This is a great question, I do get asked about these common wives' tales, and unfortunately there is no data, they have never been studied, and...
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The key to enjoying cookouts is to know what foods agree with you. If grease bothers you, stick with grilled foods or vegetables. Instead of...
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Unfortunately, most cancers of the esophagus are detected too late to be treated effectively. By the time cancer-related symptoms of chest pain...
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At the entrance to your stomach is a valve, which is a ring of muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Normally, the LES closes as soon...
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One common cause of acid reflux disease is a stomach abnormality called a hiatal hernia. This occurs when the upper part of the stomach and lower...
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Common symptoms of acid reflux are:Heartburn -- a burning pain or discomfort that may move from your stomach to your abdomen or chest, or even up...
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It's time to see your doctor if you have acid reflux symptoms two or more times a week or if medications don't bring lasting relief. Symptoms such as...
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One of the most effective ways to treat acid reflux disease is to avoid the foods and beverages that trigger symptoms. Here are other steps you can...
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In many cases, lifestyle changes combined with over-the-counter medications are all you need to control the symptoms of acid reflux disease.Antacids...
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If medications don't completely resolve your symptoms of acid reflux disease and the symptoms are severely interfering with your life, your doctor...
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You don’t need to give up exercise to avoid heartburn. Instead, try these tips: Problem-solve your diet. Do some simple problem-solving, says Tara...
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Nighttime heartburn tends to leave acid in the esophagus longer, and therefore, may cause more damage than daytime heartburn. Nighttime heartburn can...
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Try eating smaller meals, and don't eat two to three hours before bedtime. Avoid foods that may trigger heartburn, such as fried food, citrus, tomato...
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