Do You Always Need Medication to Control Heartburn?
There are plenty of television ad that tell us that heartburn control can only be achieved y this or that company's product. Probably all of us have at least one friend or family member who expounds the wonders of the medication she or he is taking. But is it really true that only by taking medications, such as antacids, H2 blockers, or proton pump inhibitors, can you find relief from heartburn? While there is nothing wrong if medication is needed, we can also learn how to control heartburn without using medication.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 10, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medications Used for Treating Heartburn
Many people will first use lifestyle modifications and dietary changes, or even home remedies to treat their heartburn. But if these methods don't work, what type of medications are available. You can read more about what medications are used for treating heartburn.
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Antacids
H2 Blockers
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
Medications Used for Treating Heartburn originally appeared on About.com Heartburn / GERD on Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 at 08:02:53.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux)
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Using Acid Reflux Medications Wisely
If you decide to take medication for any medical condition, you should know how to take that medication wisely. Up to half of all those who take medications do not take them as directed. This could be the result of not reading the labels on the prescriptions bottles or on the bottles of the over the counter meds, missing doses, using medication after it's expiration date, etc.
In order to make sure you lower your risk of having problems with the medications you take, you can follow the tips in this article on using medications wisely.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 10, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Tips for Seniors on the Safe Use of Acid Reflux Medications
As a person gets older, they may be faced with more health conditions that they will need to treat on a regular basis. This includes gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If you are a senior citizen and on various medications, you no doubt know the importance of taking medication safely. Sometimes the difficulty arises when the number of medications, and medical conditions they treat, increases. That's a lot to keep organized at times. These tips on safe use of medications can go a long way in helping you with this part of your health care.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 10, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Preventing Summertime Heartburn
This summer you can enjoy the heat of the season without feeling the burn of heartburn. Preventing summertime heartburn doesn't mean you have to forego quick and easy meals. These tips for preventing summertime heartburn will help you learn what you can eat, some safe alternatives to the usual picnic fare, and quick and easy recipes and menu suggestions.
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Preventing Summertime Heartburn originally appeared on About.com Heartburn / GERD on S...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 6, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Quick and Easy Summertime Recipes
Enjoy these easy recipes that are great for summertime, and have the added benefit of being heartburn-friendly:
Broiled Burgers with Mushrooms and Rice
Broiled Chicken Kabobs with Vegetables
Shrimp with Pasta
Beef Strips and Pasta
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak
Pork Chops with Applesauce
Tuna Noodle Casserole
Bean and Cheese Burritos with Avocado
Quick and Easy Summertime Recipes originally appeared on About.com Heartburn / GERD on Saturday, July 6th, 2013 at 11:42:09.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux)
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The Different Types of Acid Reflux Disease
Most people know what GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is. They understand it very well if they have been diagnosed with it. What is lesser know are the different types of acid reflux disease. Some doctors may not specific the type of GERD a person may have, while others will help persons track symptoms. The treatment if most often the same, with some of the treatment being more aggressive depending on the intensity of the symptoms.
The different types of GERD include:
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as acid reflux disease, occurs when the lower esophagea...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 6, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Bed Aids for Nighttime Heartburn Sufferers
Nearly 8 in 10 heartburn sufferers will experience heartburn at night. And when people suffer from nighttime heartburn, it is recommended that they elevate their heads and shoulders while sleeping. Why does this help? Elevating your head while sleeping helps keep stomach contents where they belong--in your stomach. The wedges and bed modifications listed here can help with keeping you at a slant while sleeping.
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Heartburn Friendly Dinner Recipes - Casserole and Stew Recipes
These recipes are tasty, filling, but are safer for heartburn sufferers to eat than other casserole and stew recipes. They don't contain many of the ingredients, such as spices, that some casserole and stew recipes do. If the recipes call for ingredients that trigger your heartburn, such as onions, you can easily leave than ingredient out.
Casseroles and stews can be great one dish meals. They can contain the meat, poultry, or fish, and the veggies. To make some of them extra filling, they also include a pasta or rice. So, go ahead and enjoy some of these heartburn friendly casserole and stew recipes!
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 3, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Heartburn Friendly Dinner Recipes - Pasta Recipes
Pasta is a staple most people have in their pantries, and it has been used to make a lot of great dishes. The following recipes go way beyond simple macaroni and cheese. Pasta can be a good choice of food for heartburn sufferers, since pasta generally doesn't trigger heartburn. It's what we add to it that we need to watch for. With this in mind, these recipes are heartburn friendly and can be enjoyed by heartburn sufferers. So, enjoy these heartburn friendly pasta recipes today!
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 3, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Fundoplication Surgery for GERD Treatment
Fundoplication is the standard surgical treatment for GERD. The purpose of the surgery is to reduce heartburn caused by acid reflux. For more information, check out the following resources:
What is Fundoplication Surgery?
Types of Fundoplication Surgery
When Fundoplication Surgery is Performed
What to Expect After Fundoplication Surgery
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Is There a Cure for Heartburn?
If you do a search on the Internet, you will be able to find many websites that will tell you they have a cure for heartburn. When talking about a disease or other health condition, people most often think of a cure as the putting a permanent end to that disease or condition and making a person healthy again. With that in mind, can anything cure heartburn?
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - July 3, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Basics of Peptic Ulcers
Peptic ulcers can cause a variety of symptoms, and these vary from patient to patient. Some patients with ulcers have minimal, unusual, or even no symptoms at all. Others may have every symptom. This is why it is very important to consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
It is important to understand the causes of peptic ulcers. In the past, it was believed stress and diet caused peptic ulcers. Later, researchers stated stomach acids (hydrochloric acid and pepsin) contributed to the majority of ulcer formation. Today, however, research shows that most ulcers develop as a result of infection with a bacterium called ...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - June 10, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Basics of Hiatal Hernias
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes through an opening in the diaphragm, and up into the chest. This opening is called a esophageal hiatus or diaphragmatic hiatus.
Approximately 50 percent of hiatal hernia patients don't experience any symptoms. For the other 50 percent of patients, the these hiatal hernia symptoms may occur. There are a number of contributing factors that can cause hiatal hernias. While some patients with a hernia hernia may also have GERD, GERD doesn't cause a hiatal hernia.
Various tests can be used to diagnose a hiatal hernia, though the tests most often used are the bar...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - June 10, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Basics of GERD
GERD occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents reflux back up into the esophagus.
Heartburn and acid regurgitation are the main symptoms of GERD, though some people with GERD don't experience any heartburn episodes. This is why it's important to know all the possible symptoms of GERD.
While the majority of doctors will prescribe a trial of acid-suppressive therapy, and make a diagnosis based on the patient's response to this, there are tests to diagnose GERD a doctor may want to have performed.
Treatment for GERD will usually start with certain lifestyle modifications ...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - June 10, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
