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What could be possible causes of bad acid reflux?

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See below: Excess acid production in the stomach can be treated with proton pump inhibitors. A hiatal hernia can contribute to acid reflux. Diet has a large influence..Learn what foods are most harmful. Sleeping with the head elevated can help to minimize.

Answered 1/31/2013

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