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What Is GERD?
Million of people get affected by acid reflux disease, generally known as
GERD. When stomach acid used for digestion repeatedly backs up, or refluxes,
into the esophagus, Acid reflux disease occurs that is when the opening
between the esophagus and the stomach becomes looser or relaxes at the wrong
time; GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is caused. Normally, this opening
allows food to travel only from your esophagus into your stomach. A muscular
valve, called a sphincter, normally keeps stomach contents, including stomach
acid, in the stomach. A barrier between the stomach and esophagus is created
by the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), which is located at the bottom
of the esophagus.
The stomach has lining and it protects itself from acid but this irritates
the esophagus and eventually damaged because it doesn’t have a special
lining to protect itself from acid. It has been noticed and studies have
shown that if you lie in bed, the protective effect of gravity can become
lessened.
Heartburn is the result of this irritation which may be the painful, like
burning feeling. Many people get heartburn on occasion. But persistent heartburn
takes two or more days a week despite treatment and diet changes could be
acid reflux disease.Persistent heartburn is the most common symptom of acid
reflux disease, but other possible symptoms are:
Belching or regurgitation
And even chest pain not related to your heart
A sour taste in your mouth, caused by refluxing acid
Persistent coughing or hoarseness
An upset stomach, or
Difficulty swallowing
It’s important to consult with your doctor if you have any symptoms
of this disease.
Acid reflux disease is often a chronic condition that can lead to serious
complications.
Protonix helps to control NIGHTTIME heartburn and other
symptoms associated with erosive GERD. Of course, only a doctor can determine
if you have erosive esophagitis; this medicine is a proton pump inhibitor
(PPI). Acid production in the stomach is blocked when this medicine works.
Antibiotics including amoxicillin or clarithromycin may be used in combination
with this medicine for treatment of certain types of ulcers. It can also
be used in other circumstances for treatment, as if determined by your doctor. |
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