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What is Acid Reflux? Acid Reflux Resource Center

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Health Encyclopedia: Acid Reflux Causes

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Anyone who a large amount of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or taking a nap after eating a large meal high in fatty, acidic foods. Persistent GERD, however, may be due to various conditions, including abnormal biologic or structural factors.

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 ess...

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Is it reflux or something else? Similar symptoms to check out first
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert

...toddler table foods. ( More information on GERD and acid reflux medications ).   ... Read more »

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GERDing Yourself for Battle: Diet Choices to Make When You Have Acid Reflux
By Dorian Martin , Health Expert

...were cutting back because they were suffering from acid reflux. That got me thinking – what is... Read more »

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Study shows increase in hospitalizations for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality studied the hospital records of patients with... Read more »

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Q and A: Acid Reflux and Your Lungs
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

... What effect does acid reflux have on the lungs?   Acid reflux can cause Read more »

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Acid Reflux Complications: Symptoms & Erosive Esophagitis
...severe when both conditions occur together. One study reported that spasms in the vocal cords caused by acid reflux may block the flow of air and cause sleep apnea in adults. On the other hand,... Read more »
FDA Approves Nexium For Short-Term Treatment of GERD in Adolescents
...NEXIUM® is safe or effective for treating GERD in children under 12 years old. Learn more about acid reflux. Read more »
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, GERD
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth... Read more »
Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors
...back-up may be inhaled into the airways and cause pneumonia. The infant's life may be in danger if acid reflux causes spasms in the larynx severe enough to block the airways. In fact, some... Read more »
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Heartburn: References
References DeVault KR, Castell DO. Updated guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Am J Gastroenterol. 2005;100(1):190-200. Deviere J, Costamagna G,... Read more »

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