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Keep getting acid reflux every few weeks now before it was every couple months what could the issue be?

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Dr. Ayman Omar answered

Specializes in Neurology

Diet: Watch your diet. Fatty foods are known to worsen symptoms. Other causes may be worsening of a hiatal hernia, weight gain, pregnancy, alcohol, smoking, etc. Would need to see your doctor for proper evluation.

Answered 10/29/2016

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