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Jennifer Rackley

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posted 11/02/2009, comments (2)

Pregnancy and Acid Reflux

Pregnancy can be a huge trigger for many dealing with acid reflux. Women who have never dealt with heartburn before can be sidelined with severe burning and pain. During pregnancy the levels of progesterone increase dramatically and can allow the LES to relax. This relaxation causes a backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus. Add to that a... Read more Chevron

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Todd Eisner

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posted 10/22/2008, comments (0)

8 Ways to Treat Acid Reflux During Pregnancy

Gastroesophageal reflux disease occurs in up to 50% of pregnant women. As in the non-pregnant patients, reflux occurs when there is a decrease in lower esophageal sphincter pressure or an increase in intra-abdominal pressure. The two major factors that promote gastroesophageal reflux in pregnant women are changes in hormones and the growing fetus.... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/08/2008, comments (4)

Chronic Reflux and Hiatal Hernia - What to do during Pregnancy??

While I have done a fair amount of research on this topic, I still am undecided on what to do when I get pregnant. I take 30 MG of Prevacid daily and I know it is a Category B drug that is deemed safe during pregnancy. However, I am also aware that there is limited information on this matter and would never want to harm the fetus. Is there any... Read more Chevron

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