Iron Deficiency and Acid Reflux
Iron deficiency can irritate GERD symptoms and acid reflux can lead to iron deficiency. Both medical conditions have close ties that play off each other.
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Silent Reflux: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Prevention, Treatment
Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), also known as silent reflux, is the reflux of stomach contents into the larynx (voice box) and pharynx (throat). Stomach acid can not only reflux beyond the esophagus into the throat and voice box but also into the lungs, mouth, sinuses, ears and nose.
GERD: Symptoms, Causes, Prevention, Treatment
What is GERD? GERD is chronic acid reflux. The most common symptom of GERD is the pain of heartburn caused by refluxed acid irritating the esophagus.
PPIs Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is now linked to use of certain heartburn medications. PPI users are at greater risk of chronic kidney disease and should know the dangers.
Heartburn: Causes, Prevention, Treatment
What is heartburn? Heartburn is a burning pain behind the breastbone. It is caused when stomach acid refluxes through the LES and irritates the esophagus.
SIBO and Heartburn
Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) can cause heartburn, acid reflux and GERD when the small intestine overgrows with unhealthy bacteria. Find out how to treat and prevent SIBO.
Helicobacter Pylori and Heartburn
Helicobacter pylori is found in over 50% of the world’s population. How does it contribute to heartburn, how it can be prevented, and how is it treated?
Is pH Imbalance Causing Your Heartburn?
Maintaining a proper pH balance can make a huge difference in your overall health including the elimination of heartburn and acid reflux.