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2011-07-18
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Acid Reflux



Most likely, anyone can experience an acid reflux for it is a normal condition, even infants experience this. But if your acid reflux becomes chronic then it is time for you to pay your physician a visit. Acid reflux can be a symptom of gastroesophageal disease (GERD) that can lead to more serious medical conditions such as esophageal cancer. It can be treated when diagnosed in time.
Almost every year, acid reflux affects 4.5 per 1000 persons in the United Kingdom and 5.4 per 1000 persons in the United States. 
Acid reflux is a condition that occurs when the valve that separates the stomach from the esophagus malfunctions. You can actually avoid experiencing this, just follow these simple tips: eat smaller meals, avoid sleeping or laying down after eating, avoid wearing tight fitting shirts (it can press your stomach hard enough to cause this) lose weight (obesity is also a cause), avoid acidic rich foods (search the internet for the lists of acidic rich foods), avoid drinking coffee, tea, alcoholic drinks, avoid eating chocolates, avoid chewing mint flavored gums and etc.  There are also medications for this; you can consult your doctor for the right prescriptions.

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2011-07-18
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