If you’re someone who suffers from persistent, constant acid reflux, you probably take a PPI. Furthermore, if you’re like most acid reflux sufferers, your doctor also probably hasn’t told you how bad they can be for you. However, weaning off them can be quite difficult. In this blog, we’re going to discuss the following questions: how do I wean off of omeprazole, how long does PPI withdrawal last, and which medications are PPIs? Let’s jump in and get you some answers.
Read MoreAre you up late at night, clearing your throat for what seems like hours? Maybe you’ve tried having a humidifier going, elevating your upper body, or taking antacids. But nothing seems to be working. It might almost feel like you are sick – especially if your body starts producing mucus to help with the dryness and soreness. But, what is this?
Read MoreIf you struggle with constant, persistent, frustrating reflux, you probably are dealing with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This condition is caused by a weakened lower esophageal sphincter (LES) – a small ring of muscle tissue that is supposed to prevent stomach acid from backflowing into your esophagus. For patients with GERD, their lives often revolve around keeping their symptoms at bay or taking medications that merely mask the symptoms.
In this blog, we’re going to chat about some of your treatment options, how to heal GERD permanently, and answer a couple of common questions: what is the LINX surgery and what are the GERD surgery options.
Also known as acid reflux, or GERD in some cases, heartburn is a pesky symptom – rather than a condition in and of itself. Heartburn is what happens when stomach acids and other stomach contents reflux or backflow up into the esophagus. Usually, the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) stays closed tightly enough to prevent this from happening. For some people, however, the LES loosens and allows refluxing to happen.
Read MoreHeartburn can be a pesky, annoying condition, especially when it means you can’t eat some of your favorite foods. However, you may not know that constant heartburn can actually be a symptom of something more: GERD. And heartburn and GERD are different, too. If you think you might have GERD, this blog is for you. We’re going to answer a few questions, including what is GERD, what are the 8 symptoms of GERD, and what happens if GERD goes untreated.
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