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Stress can be a factor with this + my wife tells me I eat too quick!
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 15y agoGastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD for short (and easier pronunciation)
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
Gastric reflux disease or simply Acid reflux disease.
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The use of alcohol is associated with an increased incidence of acid reflux disease.?
The use of alcohol is associated with an increased incidence of acid reflux disease
Is the use if alcohol associated with an increases incidence of acid reflux disease?
Yes. Alcohol is acidic, thereby increasing the incidence of acid reflux.
Can acid reflux disease be transmitted?
No. Acid reflux is not contagious nor is it hereditary.
What is the medical abbreviation meaning acid reflux?
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is the abbreviation meaning acid reflux.
What is the name of the acid associated with acid reflux?
Gastric acid (also known as stomach acid)
What are some diet plans for someone with acid reflux disease?
There are multiple websites that can help you find a diet for someone with acid reflux disease. Some of these websites are: www.mayoclinic.com, www.diet.com, and www.myalli.com. All three sites offer great diet ideas for someone with acid reflux disease.
What is the most common name for Acid Reflux?
Acid Reflux is referred to as GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease) but it is most commonly known as heartburn (symptom of reflux).
Can you still smoke while you have acid reflux disease?
Yes, you can smoke, but smoking can aggravate acid reflux, so you may not want to.
What is the acid reflux disease symptom?
The acid reflux disease symptom has to do with the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) which is basically a ring of muscle at the entrance to your stomach. If the LES doesn't close all the way or opens too often, acid from the stomach can move upwards and cause problems such as burning chest pain. This is the acid reflux disease.
What is the medical term meaning acid backing up into the esophagus?
Gastroesophageal reflux, which can lead to esophagitis or Barrett's esophagus.
What should I eat during an acid reflux diet?
Acid reflux disease in sometimes known as GERD. For your convenience, I have provided a link that shoud help you manage acid reflux disease: n.about.com/cs/dietfood/a/heartburnfoods1.htm
Is commonly known as heartburn?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is commonly known as heartburn and acid reflux.
