How to really spot the signs of Acid Reflux and take control..
January 7, 2009 by Stacy42
It’s good to know what the signs of reflex acid are so that you can protect yourself against this condition. You don’t want to ignore things like heartburn in favor of watching television because it could mean that your stomach acid is destroying your esophagus. After all, you don’t want to discover that ignoring the signs of this condition has resulted in bleeding of the esophagus.
Additionally, you shouldn’t have to live a life full of pain or other uncomfortable effects of reflux acid. The following are three of the most common symptoms of reflux acid.Heartburn is one of the most common signs of reflex acid. This is also called acid indigestion and it revolves around a burning pain in a person’s chest or in the stomach or abdominal region. Heartburn can be incredibly uncomfortable. Additionally, it can move from your stomach to your chest throughout the day or even the week.
The pain can even travel to a person’s throat.Regurgitation is another commons sign of acid reflux. This symptom occurs when it feels as if the acid has made its way to a person’s throat or into their mouth. Thus, it can cause a bitter taste, and it can feel as if you experience a wet burp. In some cases, people may actually vomit.Dyspepsia is another common sign that a person is battling reflex acid.
This term describes a general sort of pain or discomfort in the stomach regions. Some people may not notice dyspepsia or may think it is common indigestion. However, a sign that you are battling dyspepsia or reflex acid is if you burp a lot, have nausea after meals or snacks, have a bloated stomach and consistently dea with stomach pain or discomfort.
Disclaimer….This article is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice and you should always consult your physician on any health related matters.
Indigestion
Indigestion is the term used to describe pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen or chest after meals. The medical term for this is dyspepsia. Sometimes it is also used to describe a distinctive burning feeling in the chest, known as heartburn. Most people have suffered from indigestion after a large meal at some time, and up to one in four adults suffer from heartburn each year.
What are the symptoms?
The main symptoms of indigestion are:
pain, fullness or discomfort in the upper part of your abdomen or chest
heartburn
loss of appetite
feeling sick or being sick
flatulence, burping or belching
What to take?
Antacids
These neutralise acid, or help to stop the stomach contents flowing back (refluxing) into the oesophagus. They come as tablets, capsules, liquids or powders. Examples of antacid brands include Rennies and Gaviscon.
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