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For acid reflux is raising the head of the bed better or using a pillow wedge?

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Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

Yes: Raise the head of your bed 4 or 5 inches (10.2 to 12.7 centimeters) higher than the foot.

Answered 4/23/2013

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A member asked:

For acid reflux is raising the head of the bed better or using a pillow wedge?

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Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

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