Acid Cause Reflux
Causes
Anyone who eats a lot of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or lying down after eating a large meal high in fatty, acidic foods. Persistent GERD, however, may be due to various conditions, including biological or structural problems.
Malfunction of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) Muscles
The band of muscle tissue called the LES is responsible for closing and opening the lower end of the esophagus, and is essential for...
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Dr. Eisner Answer your GERD Questions: Does Smoking Cause Acid Reflux?
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Acid Reflux Disease Can Cause Apnea in Some Patients
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Acid Reflux and Exercise
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Acid reflux may be caused by hiatal hernia
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Q&A: Frequent throat clearing may be caused by acid reflux
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Q&A: Celiac disease linked to acid reflux
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