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Monday, October, 26, 2009

Can Acid Reflux Cause Mouth Sores

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Can Zantac deplete a man's sex drive? Find that out and more

By Todd Eisner Health Expert
1. Can Tagamet cause mouth sores?

While there are many reported side effects of Tagamet, mouth sores is not one of them. The most common listed side effects are diarrhea, headache, gynecomastia (enlarged and painful breasts) and rash. Interestingly, Tagamet, is sometimes useful for treating canker sores. It should be noted however, that the use of Tagamet to treat canker sores is not FDA-approved.

 

2. Can Zantac deplete sex drive in men?

Zantac, as well as all of the other H2 recepto...

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Health Guide

What is Dry Mouth?
...eating. The throat may feel dry, too, making swallowing difficult. Also, people with dry mouth may get mouth sores, cracked lips, and a dry, rough tongue. Copyright: NIHSeniorHealth.gov developed... Read more »
Acid Reflux Symptoms
...weeks or even months and is not attributable to a common cause of stomach upset may be a symptom of acid reflux. In rare cases, vomiting can occur as often as once a day. All other causes of... Read more »
Ulcerative Colitis: Complications
...stones.Lung Involvement. Lung involvement may develop but it can progress for years without symptoms.Mouth Sores. There is a slightly higher than average risk for mouth sores and infections in UC,... Read more »
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 »
Crohn's Disease: Complications
...abnormalities. They have double the normal risk for gallstones. Click the icon to see an image of gallstones.Mouth Sores. Canker sores are common, and when they occur they persist. Those at... Read more »

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