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HEALTH DISEASES FINANCE
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Acid reflux and The Symptoms of
acid reflux
Acid reflux, also known as GERD (Gastro esophageal
Reflux Disease) is a chronic, often life-long condition where liquids and
acids from the stomach regurgitate into the esophagus. These liquids can
inflame the esophageal lining and in a minority of patients causes damage.
What causes Acid
Reflux disease or GERD? Usually GERD is caused by a faulty sphincter. The esophageal sphincter is a little muscular ring at the end of the esophagus and is designed to prevent stomach contents from "backing up". Sometimes this sphincter becomes weak and stops functioning properly, allowing stomach acids to push up through the opening into the esophagus. In other cases, GERD is caused by a hiatus hernia, where the stomach pokes through the diaphragm, preventing the esophagus from closing. There are also certain health conditions where a higher incidence of GERD occurs, such as in those with asthma and diabetes. What are the treatment options for GERD or acid Reflex disease? The first step in treating GERD is to adjust your habits. Stop smoking, avoid meals that trigger symptoms, and limit coffee and alcohol intake. If you have problems with GERD symptoms in the morning because of lying flat all night, try elevating your upper body 8 inches so that you are sleeping on an angle, allowing gravity to minimize the amount of stomach acids settling in your esophagus while you sleep. Even when taking good care of yourself, you might need to take extra measures to keep GERD under control. Most non-prescription antacids work well in controlling symptoms, however if they simply aren't working, then a trip to the doctor is in order. Prescription treatments may include: Histamine-2 (H2) Blockers such as Axid, Pepcid, Tagamet and Zantac Proton Pump Inhibitors such as Aciphex, Nexium, Prevacid, Prilosec and Protonix |
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