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GERD Resources

For more information on GERD, please visit the following:   Kids Health from Nemours: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/surgical/gerd_reflux.html   Mayo Clinic:...

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GERD Prevention

Prevent GERD Symptoms Lifestyle changes that may prevent GERD include: Sleeping on the left side of the body: This position uses gravity in favor of the patient. In this position, the stomach remains...

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Alternative GERD Treatments

Relaxation Therapies Relaxation therapy can reduce GERD complications by calming stress and anxiety. This relaxation can in turn relax the body’s internal muscles. Acupuncture can be used to help with...

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Traditional GERD Treatments

Traditional Medicine Traditional treatments for GERD include: Antacids to neutralize stomach acid: Mylanta, Rolaids, Maalox, Gelusil, and Tums are over-the-counter antacids that can provide quick...

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Causes of GERD

What Causes GERD? GERD takes place when stomach acid flows back upward into the esophagus. The esophageal sphincter is a band of muscle that lines the bottom part of the esophagus. Typically, the...

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GERD Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms Symptoms of GERD can include: Heartburn or acid reflux Burning in the chest or throat Nausea after eating Regurgitation of food Coughing or wheezing Difficulty swallowing Increased...

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GERD Overview

What is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disease. GERD is characterized by stomach contents and acid flowing back up through the esophagus, or food pipe. Occasionally, bile...

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