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Acid reflux happens when your stomach acid moves up towards your oesophagus and throat, and heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux in which you feel a burning sensation in your chest. Increased stomach acidity is quite common and can happen to anyone after a heavy or spicy meal.
The common symptoms of acid reflux besides heartburn are stomach pain, nausea, bloating, burping, irritation in the throat, etc. Acid reflux can be a symptom of an underlying problem and talking to a doctor about it is important to prevent long-term symptoms.
Acid reflux and heartburn can worsen due to the following reasons:
Persistently eating heavy, spicy, or greasy meals
Excessive use of alcohol, caffeine, and carbonated beverages
Taking medications that can affect your stomach, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Not taking prescribed acid reducers as advised
Eating before bed or lying down right after eating
A stressful lifestyle
Our telehealth experts can provide long-term management of acid reflux in ways that suit you most. Our Australian-registered doctors offer detailed assessments to understand your symptoms, family and medical history, and lifestyle patterns. This helps them create a care plan that works best for you.
Our experts will:
Write prescriptions/e-scripts for acid reflux relief
Provide guidance and ways to manage sudden or severe acid reflux symptoms
Encourage you to avoid foods that can trigger heartburn
Help you cut back on alcohol and caffeine to promote better gut health
Work with you to rule out any underlying causes of acid reflux
Guide you to a better lifestyle and help you incorporate fitness into your routine
Provide mental support to help you take charge of your health
Provide medical certificates for your condition
Acid reflux, if persists, can significantly affect your gut health. The corrosive effects of gastric acid can damage the protective lining around your stomach. This can lead to perforation and ulceration, which are quite painful and can cause gastrointestinal bleeding. This is why long-term management of acid reflux is a must for those who are sensitive to it.
Book an appointment today, and one of our experts will help you manage your acid reflux effectively. They will also help you make better food and lifestyle choices to promote your gut health.
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You can make acid reflux go away by taking over-the-counter acid reducers, such as Gaviscon, Mylanta, etc. These compounds are also called antacids which can help neutralise stomach acid to reduce the symptoms. You can also try sitting up straight to avoid acid from moving up your oesophagus which can reduce heartburn.
Certain foods can make acid reflux worse. Greasy or fried foods, spicy meals, citrus fruits, soda, coffee, tea, and alcohol are often the culprits. Eating large portions can also trigger it because your stomach produces extra acid to handle the extra food. This can make heartburn worse.
Acid reflux can be serious if it becomes chronic or if it is linked to an underlying health condition. Persistent acid reflux can severely damage your stomach and cause ulceration. Ulcers can be painful and cause GI bleeding.
People can use both over-the-counter and prescription medications to manage acid reflux. Some examples are OTC antacids, proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole, and histamine 2 receptor blockers such as famotidine. The best treatment plan depends on your symptoms.
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