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Can acid reflux cause secondary polycythemia? i've had all the tests for blood disorders and everything comes back negative.
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No: I have never read of any association between the two.
Answered 2/10/2013
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No: If anything acid reflux could irritate the stomach leading to anemia. Hope this helps.
Answered 10/28/2012
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