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What is acid reflux and what are symptoms of it?
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Acid reflux: Acid reflux is unwanted acid spilling in esophagus. It is caused by excessive acid secretion, hiatal hernia , medication and abnormal anatomy. Patient complains of belching , burping, burning sensation in chest after meals. Over the counter antacid medication should help.
Answered 3/17/2014
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