What is ?
Acid reflux disease can and often is mistaken for heartburn. But the
heartburn symptoms of acid reflux disease usually occur 2 or more days a
week for at least 3 months and can damage your esophagus. At the top of
your stomach is a muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES),
which normally opens and closes allowing food to enter. It also prevents
the acid in your stomach from backing up into your esophagus. The trouble
begins when the LES opens at inappropriate times, allowing acid from the
stomach to get into the esophagus, where it doesn't belong. Acid reflux
disease can also lead to more serious medical conditions that may require
hospitalization. Acid reflux in the throat can cause sore throat. If acid
reaches the mouth, it can dissolve the enamel of the teeth. Millions of
people have the disease and suffer from its most common symptom - frequent
and persistent heartburn. Acid reflux disease can be treated and
controlled.
How do you get Acid Reflux?
Factors contributing to acid reflux include fatty foods, cigarettes,
chocolate, caffeine, alcohol, obesity, pregnancy and delayed stomach
emptying. Obesity and pregnancy increase pressures within the abdomen
(body trunk), pushing the stomach contents back into the esophagus. Some
patients have stomachs that empty their contents into the intestines very
slowly.
How serious is Acid Reflux?
The lining of the esophagus may become ulcerated and can result in
narrowing, making swallowing of food and, sometimes, liquids, painful and
difficult. In people with esophagitis, there may also be an increased risk
of cancer of the esophagus.
How long does Acid Reflux last?
Acid reflux can last several months or longer if not treated.
How is Acid Reflux treated?
Antacids are medicines that are commonly used to treat acid-related
symptoms, like heartburn or indigestion, and work by neutralizing acid in
the stomach. However, they are not usually recommended to treat the
frequent heartburn suffered by people with GERD.
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