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Hello , i suffer from acid reflux, sometimes it goes away and other times, it attacks strongly. the question here can it be from stress?
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Gastric acid reflux: Many factors can cause gerd and stress can exacerbate. Please be seen by a physician so that accurate diagnosis and treatment can be offered.
Answered 2/26/2013
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