Posts tagged acid reflux doctor
Causes of GERD: Can Painkillers Make Heartburn Worse?

Can painkillers cause heartburn? Unfortunately, they can. Learn about one of the more annoying side effects of pain killers, how painkillers cause heartburn, and what you can do about the situation.

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Does Milk Help Heartburn?

Most people disagree on whether or not milk for heartburn actually works, or if it just makes heartburn symptoms worse later on. Even more frustrating is that there’s no straightforward, one-size-fits-all answer! Let’s explore the different components of your favorite dairy beverage to get to the bottom of what might make it an effective remedy一 or gas to fuel the fire.

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Diagnosing Reflux: What Is A Barium Swallow?

If you have been diagnosed with GERD or any other digestive issue, there are several GERD diagnostic tests that your doctor can recommend, among them the barium swallow. A barium swallow test can diagnose several conditions, but we want to focus on how it can help diagnose GERD. This blog discusses what a barium swallow is, what happens during it and what to expect from a barium swallow.

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Are There Foods That Stop Acid Reflux? In-The-Moment vs Reflux Prevention
The GERD Diet: A Guide to Stopping Acid Reflux in Its Tracks