Do you suffer from constant chest pain that is accompanied by acid reflux? If so, you may be suffering from a hiatal hernia. In this post, we’re going to take a look at the link between hiatal hernias and acid reflux and answer a few common patient questions: is acid reflux related to hiatal hernias, why does a hiatal hernia cause acid reflux, and how do you stop acid reflux from a hiatal hernia.
Read MoreHere at the Tampa Bay Reflux Center, we are both fortunate and proud to have Dr. Donovan Tapper on staff with us. As you’ll read here, Dr. Tapper is highly experienced in both general surgery and serving our country (and others)! We thank Dr. Tapper for his service and are incredibly thankful to be the practice he calls home.
In this blog, we’re going to take a look at why Dr. Tapper is one of the best acid reflux surgeons in Tampa Bay and, perhaps, the best general surgeon in Tamba Bay. We’ll also quickly address the common question, when should I see a reflux surgeon?
Read MoreDo you suffer from pesky heartburn? If so, we feel your pain. Heartburn, whether it’s associated with GERD or not, is an uncomfortable thing to struggle with. In this blog, we’ll answer questions like what triggers heartburn the most, what is heartburn, and what are the treatment options for GERD. We hear these and more questions here at the Tampa Bay Reflux Center.
Read MoreValentine’s Day is almost here, and you might have already begun thinking about what to cook for your special someone. Here at the Tampa Bay Reflux Center, we don’t want your GERD to get in the way of having a wonderful evening! In this blog, we’re going to cover several GERD-friendly recipes that you can either use or let inspire your very own Valentine’s Day dinner ideas. We’ll also cover what to avoid for sure and which are some of the best Valentine’s foods for acid reflux. Let’s jump right in.
Do you stress out when it comes to bedtime or going out with friends? Not knowing when a bout of acid reflux is going to hit can be stressful and ruin your evening. Luckily, there are some things you and your doctor can do to help you once a diagnosis is made. But, how do you know it’s acid reflux? What can be mistaken for acid reflux? And, how do you cure acid reflux fast? Let’s dig right in and cover the answers to all of your questions.
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