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Why do i have heartburn yesterday & today, if i only missed 1 prilosec dose this week? ate spaghetti on 1day i missed, but why else would i have it?
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Acid reflux: You have acid reflux. The common risk factors are eating large meals or lying down right after a meal, being overweight or obese, smoking, citrus fruits, and drinking certain beverages, such as alcohol, carbonated drinks, coffee, or tea. Treatment includes avoiding trigger factors, not eating at least 2 to 3 hours before lying down. losing weight and taking antireflux medications.
Answered 10/3/2015
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