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Janeo_1982

posted 09/18/2008, comment (1)

Miserable Pregnancy

My acid reflux started at week 16, almost as soon as the morning sickness had eased. I managed through to about week 20 wth chewable antacids such as Tums, Rennie and Mylanta, then graduated to the liquid Mylanta (which caused violent diarrhea) then Gaviscon. But the acid just kept getting progressivly worse. By week 26 it... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/16/2008, comments (0)

Pregnancy and Acid Reflux

If you are expecting a baby, you can almost expect to have acid reflux. It is estimated that as many as 8 out of 10 women experience acid reflux, some for the first time in their life, when they are pregnant. Multiple factors cause acid reflux in pregnancy, including hormonal changes and weight gain. These reflux symptoms are usually the most... Read more Chevron

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