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"High-fat sources of protein, like processed or red meats and fried food, can cause reflux — especially if you’re consuming large amounts late at night," Jaclyn London, M.S., R.D., C.D.N., a ...
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a common condition that causes acid to splash from the stomach into the esophagus. The result: telltale symptoms of chest pain ...
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Taking medications 30–45 minutes before eating suppresses the stomach's acid generating response to food; Avoiding chocolate, peppermint, caffeine intake, and foods high in fats [36] Limiting big meals, instead consuming smaller, more frequent meals [36] Avoiding reclining 2.5–3.5 hours after a meal to prevent the reflux of stomach contents
Acid reflux into the mouth can cause breakdown of the enamel, especially on the inside surface of the teeth. A dry mouth, acid or burning sensation in the mouth, bad breath and redness of the palate may occur. [27] Less common symptoms of GERD include difficulty in swallowing, water brash, chronic cough, hoarse voice, nausea and vomiting. [26]
The gastrocolic reflex or gastrocolic response is a physiological reflex that controls the motility, or peristalsis, of the gastrointestinal tract following a meal. It involves an increase in motility of the colon consisting primarily of giant migrating contractions, in response to stretch in the stomach following ingestion and byproducts of digestion entering the small intestine. [1]
Excessive burping, frequently right after a meal, can indicate acid reflux due to the irritated esophagus lining, says Dr. Pedre, who adds that, contrary to popular belief, many of the throat ...
Esophageal stricture can also be due to other causes, such as acid reflux from Zollinger–Ellison syndrome, trauma from a nasogastric tube placement, and chronic acid exposure in patients with poor esophageal motility from scleroderma. Other non-acid related causes of peptic strictures include infectious esophagitis, ingestion of chemical ...