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Acid Reflux (Heartburn, GERD): Symptoms & Remedies
Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux that causes chest pain when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus. Heartburn symptoms...
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Heartburn: Foods to Eat, Foods to Avoid
Learn the symptoms of heartburn and which foods cause heartburn or GERD. Discover home remedies and which foods may provide...
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GERD Quiz: Test Your Digestive Diseases IQ
Who is at risk for developing GERD? Are you? Take this quiz to learn what GERD is, if you're at risk, and what you can do about...
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The stomach contents regurgitate and back up (reflux) into the esophagus The food in the stomach is partially digested by...
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GERD is the back up of stomach acid into the esophagus. See AnswerRelated Disease Conditions
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Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation experienced from acid reflux (GERD). Symptoms of heartburn include chest pain, burning in the throat, difficulty swallowing, the feeling of food sticking in the throat, and a burning feeling in the chest. Causes of heartburn include dietary habits, lifestyle habits, and medical causes. Treatments for heartburn include lifestyle changes, OTC medication,prescription medication, and surgery.
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GERD (Acid Reflux, Heartburn)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also called acid reflux, can cause symptoms like heartburn, chest pain, regurgitation, and nausea. Learn about causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
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What Should I Eat When I Have Heartburn?
Heartburn happens when your stomach acid comes up your throat. Foods you should eat if you have heartburn include oatmeal, sweet potatoes, ginger, melons, chicken broth, fennel, non-fat milk, herbs, olive oil and lean meat.
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28 Tips to Get Rid of Heartburn at Night
What to know about nighttime heartburn relief. Learn foods to avoid, lifestyle changes, and medications for heartburn.
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How Do You Stop Heartburn Instantly?
Heartburn happens when your esophagus becomes irritated due to stomach acid. You can stop heartburn instantly with over-the-counter medications like antacids.
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How Do You Prevent Heartburn When Exercising?
Exercise is an excellent way to lose weight, which is one of the causes of heartburn. However, some people may experience heartburn after exercise or during a workout. There are six tips that may help you ease exercise heartburn.
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What Gets Rid of Heartburn Fast?
Learn what causes heartburn and how to get rid of heartburn fast.
Treatment & Diagnosis
- GERD Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease FAQs
- Heartburn Diagnosis
- Heartburn or Heart Attack? Emergency In Flight
- GERD: Questions To Ask Your Doctor About GERD (Heartburn)
- Are Tums or Rolaids Good for Heartburn?
- What Are Foods to Avoid With GERD?
- Heartburn: Carbonated Soda & Sleeping Pills Increase Nighttime Heartburn
Medications & Supplements
- omeprazole
- Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
- hawthorn
- chamomile
- Alka-Seltzer (sodium bicarbonate)
- lansoprazole (Heartburn Relief 24 Hour, Heartburn Treatment 24 Hour, Prevacid 24)
- magnesium hydroxide
- citric acid/sodium citrate
- magaldrate
- aluminum hydroxide
- aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide/simethicone
- sodium bicarbonate
- bismuth subsalicylate
- pyridoxine
- aluminum hydroxide/magnesium trisilicate
- licorice
- Camzyos (mavacamten)
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