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Acid Reflux Atlanta

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gastroesophageal reflux

What Exactly
is Acid Reflux?

Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid flows backward into the esophagus. This causes heartburn and other symptoms.

Chronic or severe acid reflux is known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Mild or moderate reflux symptoms can often be relieved with diet and lifestyle changes. Over-the-counter and prescription medications can also help with symptom relief.

Medications used to treat GERD include:

antacids
H2 blockers
proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)

Acid reflux, or “gastroesophageal reflux (GER),” is a condition in which your stomach contents come back up into your esophagus.

Stomach acid that touches the lining of your esophagus can cause heartburn, also called acid indigestion. This condition may be referred to many different names such as; RefluxHeartburnAcid RegurgitationAcid Reflux, or Acid Indigestion.

GERD can sometimes be managed by:

Acid Reflux Treatment Options in Atlanta