Heartburn & Acid Reflux

Understanding Frequent Heartburn

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:21:51 -0500

One cause of chronic or severe heartburn might be GERD, which stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease. The most common symptom of GERD is chronic acid reflux which leads to heartburn. While this disease can be effectively treated, it is one that requires treatment to be maintained for years, even for a lifetime. Often, GERD is treated with a prescription medicine known as a PPI or proton pump inhibitor. Once only available with a prescription, Prilosec OTC is the only over the counter proton pump inhibitor out there today. All of the others must be prescribe... Tags: Frequent Heartburn

Understanding the Synthroid Heartburn Connection

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:21:51 -0500

A Guide to Heartburn Remedies

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:21:51 -0500

The best way to choose the right heartburn remedies for you is consult with your doctor. After a thorough examination, your doctor will diagnose the cause of the problem and tell you which treatment options are recommended for your particular case. Tags: Heartburn Remedies

Creating Your Own Heartburn Diet to Relieve Symptoms

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:21:51 -0500

Heartburn is a painful sensation in the chest that occurs when acid from the stomach flows up into the esophagus. Because this problem is often related to what you eat, when you eat, and how much you eat, making food-related changes can often provide relief. In this article you will learn more about how to create a customized heartburn diet that may help alleviate your uncomfortable symptoms. The information in this article should not be used as a replacement for medical advice, and you should always see your doctor if chronic heartburn is a problem for you. Tags: Heartburn Diet