If you’ve been recently diagnosed with or suspect you may have a hiatal hernia, you may be surprised to know that there are two types of hiatal hernias you may suffer from. Below, we take a look at the difference between these two types: paraesophageal and sliding hernias, and also discuss hiatal hernia treatment.
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Nearly everyone will experience heartburn at some point in their life— it’s just a fact. However, there’s a very fine line between “normal” reflux after a huge meal and daily, debilitative heartburn that affects your productivity. Let’s take a look at a common question we hear a lot at the Tampa Bay Reflux Center: when is reflux normal?
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If you’re battling acid reflux and heartburn, you probably already know that you’re not alone. GERD can be a lifelong struggle; however, there are a few lifestyle changes you can make that are virtually guaranteed to make a difference! Here’s a few tips to try out as you explore how to stop acid reflux and how to help heartburn.
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If you have GERD, your doctor may have prescribed preventative treatments like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), H2 blockers, or antacids. However, if you’ve ever read the labels on these medications, you may have noticed that they don’t recommend use for longer than a couple of weeks. Furthermore, long-term use of some of these medications can have some serious side effects.
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