Posts Tagged ‘acid reflux’
Is Acid Reflux From Too Much Stomach Acid?
Many patients suffering from GERD or acid reflux are on acid blocking medications. When I tell them their symptoms aren’t necessarily due to overproduction of acid, they look surprised. I tell them Acid blockers help with the symptoms, but in most cases, it doesn’t address the underlying issue. This article will shed some light on…
Read MoreAcid Reflux? Could it be a Hiatal Hernia
To Summarize: GERD may be known as acid reflux, but it’s not due to too much acid In fact, treatment for GERD should not involve acid blockers long term (its dangerous) There are numerous factors which can cause GERD, and hiatal hernias are one of them Hiatal Hernias can contribute to GERD directly and should…
Read MoreAcid Blockers Aren’t Meant for Long Term Use
I often see patients who have been taking acid blockers long term, not realizing they were only meant and designed for short term use. This article will shed light on the evidence that acid blockers must not be used long term. What Are Acid Blockers? Acid blockers work by reducing stomach acid production. Acid is…
Read MoreAcid Reflux Isn’t Usually From High Stomach Acid
Many patients suffering from GERD or acid reflux are on acid blocking medications. When I tell them their symptoms aren’t necessarily due to overproduction of acid, they look surprised. Acid blockers help with the symptoms, but in most cases, it doesn’t address the underlying issue; in all cases, they must not be used long term.…
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