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Zinc and Acid Reflux

Posted: Jan 05 in Resources by

Chronic indigestion in Dallas can mean more than sleepless nights and a reliance on antacids. It can mean an end to indulging in any of the dishes that make Dallas cuisine so special.

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Frequent Causes of Acid Reflux

Posted: Dec 13 in Resources by

Chances are that like millions of other Americans, you have experienced acid reflux. For many people however, acid reflux is a regular and frequent nuisance. Reflux occurs when the acid in your stomach flows back into your esophagus, a tube that connects the stomach to the back of the throat. Gastric reflux can cause chest pain, heartburn, regurgitation of food and tooth erosion. A big part of treatment for indigestion in Ft. Worth is prevention, so you must know the frequent causes of acid reflux.

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Barrett’s Esophagus and Malignancy Risk

Posted: Nov 24 in Resources by

If you suffer from frequent esophageal reflux or GERD in Dallas, you should have your condition monitored by your doctor. In some cases, GERD can develop into a condition known as Barrett’s esophagus, which is a precancerous condition. Only approximately one percent of Americans have this condition. People with Barrett’s esophagus are more likely to develop esophageal cancer.

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Coughing and GERD

Posted: Nov 03 in Resources by

In addition to acid reflux and heartburn, many GERD sufferers have a lingering cough as a result of the esophageal reflux.

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The Difference between Acid Reflux and GERD

Posted: Aug 25 in Resources by

Acid reflux and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) both have heartburn in common, but the two also have differences. While many individuals have symptoms of acid reflux from time to time, when the symptoms of acid reflux become frequent and persistent, it’s termed Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

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Causes and Treatments of Reflux Laryngitis

Posted: Jan 28 in Resources by

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, occurs when stomach contents move backwards up into the esophagus. Patients that are obese or have a hiatal hernia have an increased risk of GERD. In instances where the stomach acid backs up into the larynx, or voicebox, the condition is known as reflux laryngitis.

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Job Stress Can Increase Risk Of GERD

Posted: Oct 12 in Resources by

For centuries, folk lore claimed that stress can give you a stomach ache. Today, new research scientifically ties job stress and trauma to gastrointestinal disorders.

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GERD and Chronic Cough

Posted: Sep 07 in Resources by

If you’ve been suffering from a chronic cough for three or more weeks and have no other symptoms or history of respiratory diseases, you may be suffering from a symptom of GERD.

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GERD Complication: Esophageal Stricture

Posted: Aug 02 in Resources by

Although most people will suffer from heartburn at least once in their life, frequent heartburn should be taken seriously. If you experience heartburn or acid reflux two or more times a week, you may be suffering from GERD. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, can lead to serious health complications if left untreated, including an esophageal stricture. Find out more about this condition and how it can be treated and prevented.

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GERD Surgery

Posted: Jul 27 in Resources by

If you suffer from GERD that causes heartburn or acid reflux two or more times per week, having surgery may help relieve your symptoms and prevent further damage to your esophagus.

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