Question 1

what is acid reflux?

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Regurgitation: Stomach contents that leave the stomach and go into the esophagus is the definition of reflux.  If you have a normal functioning stomach then acid is present in the stomach contents.  Therefore, most episodes of reflux are acid reflux.  This occurs in everyone.  If you have pain with these reflux events then you might have acid reflux disease.

Question 2

what helps acid reflux?

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GERD: There are many non-medical measures you can take to help reflux, such as avoiding particular foods, avoiding caffeine and alcohol, tilting your bed, and avoiding over eating before bedtime, but many people require long-term medication in addition to those measures. If you&#x27;re developing new reflux symptoms at age 50, you should see your doctor. Good luck.

Question 3

which stops acid reflux?

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GERD: If you mean absolute stopping it, see your GI doctor about newer surgeries otherwise you may control it by diet and medication.

Question 4

can acid reflux be cured?

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No; managed.: I don't know about "curing" reflux. You already know you have the tendency to make it - now, it is a matter of managing that tendency. Avoid chocolate, peppermint, caffeine, tobacco, alcohol, carbonated beverages, and other trigger foods you have identified. Take pepcid, zantac, (ranitidine) prilosec, or prevacid.

Question 5

can you cure acid reflux?

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No: You  can control the sx of reflux with medication and avoidance  fo certain spicy, citrus fruits , chocolate, and greasy foods but you can not cure  acid reflux.

Question 6

best herb for acid reflux?

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Aloe vera: Many patients of mine have reported that aloe helps them with their reflux - but remember, reflux and natural treatments have been around for thousands of years yet only with the advent of modern medication do we get truly 24 hour relief, so if the herbal remedies dont work, the next trip is to a doctor.  Also, any weight loss or trouble swallowing you must talk with an md!

Question 7

how is acid reflux treated?

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See below: Dietary modifications, weight loss, avoiding caffeine, nicotine and late meals helps. In addition acid suppressing medications such as h2 blockers (zantac, etc.) and proton pump inhibitors (prilosec, nexium, (esomeprazole) etc) are frequently used.

Question 8

symptoms of an acid reflux?

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Heartburn: Commonly known as heartburn, acid reflux can cause burning in the esophagus and a sour tasted in the back of the throat. If left untreated it can cause scarring of the esophagus.

Question 9

could my acid reflux go away?

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Yes: it is usually controllable with meds (such as omeprazole, ranitidine, etc).
it may go away with time, particularly if you lose weight, and follow diet recommendations

Question 10

how do you treat acid reflux?

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One way is: to not eat late in the evening before going to bed at least 3-4 hours.  Never overeat.  Cigarette smoking can also cause acid reflux. Avoid stressors in your environment. Other methods are with medications- antiacids such as tums, (calcium carbonate) H2 blockers such as ranitidine, proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole.  Lastly avoid overingestionof NSAIDS such as Ibuprofen which I see you are taking.

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