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Acid Reflux: The Basics

Learn more about Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)

Dealing with GERD

More than 60 million Americans suffer from heartburn every month. The condition has many causes, and even more remedies. Watch this video to learn more about recognizing your heartburn triggers and how to properly treat your symptoms.
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Get the Facts

  • heartburn, GERD
    Acid Reflux Symptoms
    Learn about acid reflux symptoms that you should know, including heartburn and swallowing pain or burning. Also learn about symptoms in infants and children.
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    Acid Reflux Causes
    Discover what may be happening inside your body to cause painful swallowing, heartburn and other acid reflux (GERD) symptoms.
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    Risk Factors
    Read about potential risk factors including age, diet, pregnancy, obesity and even smoking and respiratory illness.
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    Diagnosis
    Is it GERD or just heartburn? Find out how acid reflux disease is diagnosed and learn about different test, including endoscopy your doctor may try.

What's Next

  • Treatment for Acid Reflux
    Some say medication is the only way to control acid reflux, while others swear by dietary changes and exercise. Discover options for controlling your acid reflux.        
  • Complications
    Prevent complications by learning more about how they arise.
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    Barrett's Esophagus
    Get the facts about a serious condition that can sometimes lead to esophageal cancer.
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    References
    Take your research a step further with this list of in-depth journal articles on the condition.
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