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Health Encyclopedia: Acid Reflux Causes
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Causes
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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Expert & Community Posts
Nexium extinguished my heartburn, but do I still have acid reflux?
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertIs it acid reflux or bile reflux? Q: I had been experiencing a lot of heartburn but that seems... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: What is Water Brash?
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...study to see if the patient is truly experiencing acid reflux. In this test, a small catheter is... Read more »
Dr. Eisner answers your GERD questions
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertQ:Is acid reflux caused by (or does it cause) other digestive conditions such as colon problems,... Read more »
What is H. pylori? Can it be causing my GERD?
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertHelicobacter pylori is a bacteria found in the lining of the stomach wall. It is a fairly common... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers Your Questions About Acid Reflux
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertCan Ultram cause or worsen symptoms of GERD? Ultram is a centrally acting pain relief medication... Read more »
Health Guide
Peptic Ulcers: Causes
CausesBefore the discovery of the bacterium Helicobacter (H.) pylori, the stomach was believed to be a sterile environment. However, in 1982, two Australian scientists identified Helicobacter pylori... Read more »GERD, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications
...inhibitors twice a day. This is based on the belief that adding the H2 blocker will prevent a rise in acid reflux at night. An important 2002 study, however, reported no additional benefits from... Read more »Peptic Ulcers: Diagnosis
...relieved by antacids. The patient may have difficulty swallowing, and there is often regurgitation or acid reflux. [See In-Depth Report #85: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.]Heart Events. Pain due... Read more »Peptic Ulcers: Treatment
Antibiotic regimens that eradicate H. pylori can cure peptic ulcers and are now the standard agents used for ulcers in infected individuals who are not taking NSAIDs. (Eliminating H. pylori... Read more »Scleroderma: Treatment for Gastrointestinal Problems
for Gastrointestinal ProblemsTreatments for abnormalities in the esophagus and stomach are generally the same as those for gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or heartburn. Many non-prescription... Read more »Images
See a diagram showing the cause and effects of acid reflux.... Read more »
Related News
Surgery-Free Treatments for GERD
January 22, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Two non-surgical treatments may bring relief to patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The painful condition is... Read summary »
Obesity Dangerous for Asthmatics
September 15, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Asthma and obesity is a dangerous combination. New research conducted by Kaiser Permanente shows obese people with the... Read summary »
A new Paradigm on Acid Reflux
June 09, 2008By Meghan Yost, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Every day, 70 million people in the United States suffer from... Read summary »
Acid Reflux: Stopping Cancer Before it Starts
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Listen to Your Voice
May 05, 2008HONOLULU (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Thousands of people every year struggle with a hoarse or weak voice, not really knowing what's causing it.... Read summary »
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