If you think you might be suffering from acid reflux, getting a definitive answer might feel pretty tough – unless you go see the doctor. However, there are specific symptoms that you may have that will clue you into what’s going on.
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If you think you might be suffering from acid reflux, getting a definitive answer might feel pretty tough – unless you go see the doctor. However, there are specific symptoms that you may have that will clue you into what’s going on.
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If you struggle with GERD, you’ve probably already heard about or experienced firsthand the connection between your symptoms and acidic foods. “Don’t eat citrus,” they say, but why? Why does acidic food make GERD worse? We know that eating acidic foods doesn’t cause GERD – that’s the lower esophageal sphincter’s (LES’s) fault. However, acidic foods complicate an already existent pathway and make your symptoms worse.
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If you’re someone who suffers from persistent, constant acid reflux, you probably take a PPI. Furthermore, if you’re like most acid reflux sufferers, your doctor also probably hasn’t told you how bad they can be for you. However, weaning off them can be quite difficult. In this blog, we’re going to discuss the following questions: how do I wean off of omeprazole, how long does PPI withdrawal last, and which medications are PPIs? Let’s jump in and get you some answers.
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Are you up late at night, clearing your throat for what seems like hours? Maybe you’ve tried having a humidifier going, elevating your upper body, or taking antacids. But nothing seems to be working. It might almost feel like you are sick – especially if your body starts producing mucus to help with the dryness and soreness. But, what is this?
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