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What health issues can cause acid reflux?
Acid Reflux happens when acid from the stomach moves up into your esophagus there are a number of health issue that can cause acid reflux these include being overweight or obese having a hiatal hernia being pregnant and taking blood pressure medication also being a smoker can cause acid reflux .
Is a CAT scan done for acid reflux complaint?
This is not done as a routine investigation for reflux. However long standing and large hiatus hernia associated with reflux may require a CT scan for proper assessment, if Surgery is contemplated .
What is hernia and what's the best diet to prevent it?
A hernia is a condition in which the stomach bulges up into the esophagus. Basically, a hernia is where part of the body pushes into an area where it does not belong and therefore does not function properly.This can cause many problems, including acid reflux.
What are the common symptoms for a hiatus hernia?
Symptoms of a hiatal hernia can include shortness of breath, chest pains, acid reflux, heart palpitations or difficulty swallowing. A hiatal hernia is often confused with other medical problems because these symptoms are so generalized in nature.
How do you say acid reflux in french?
"acid reflux" is "reflux gastrique" in French.
Can you have kids if you have acid reflux?
Does acid reflux contribute to sterility? No. But if you have kids, their behaviour can contribute to acid reflux.
What is the medical abbreviation meaning acid reflux?
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is the abbreviation meaning acid reflux.
Can acid reflux disease be transmitted?
No. Acid reflux is not contagious nor is it hereditary.
Can white mint aggravate acid reflux?
Mint can aggravate acid reflux, yes.
Can the duodenum be repaired and is it the cause of acid reflux?
Yes, it can be repaired and no it is not the cause of acid reflux.
Why does a hiatal hernia cause a burning sensation in the esophagus?
A hiatal hernia often is caused by weak muscles and tissue within and around the hiatus. In a sliding hiatal hernia, a small part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm and into the chest. A valve between the esophagus and the stomach also moves up and away from the diaphragm.
Can you have bile reflux if you don't have acid reflux?
yes
