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Reasons causing acid reflux and its symptoms
Date Added: November 03, 2009 05:00:00 PM
Author: Rayner Chandler
Category: Health: Diseases and Conditions
A serious result of acid reflux condition happens when the mucosal damage occurs due to the acidic content from stomach.Acid reflux occurs to individuals from all age groups and walks of life especially with women pregnant, those who smokes as well as those who sleeps immediately on a meal.Signs and symptoms of acid reflux are the following difficulty in breathing, chest congestion, mild to severe heartburn or hoarseness are some serious signs. Those with acid reflux will have these signs occur to them immediately after a heavy meal or alcoholic drinks or while having a smoke.

The primary cause of acid reflux is a weak or relaxed esophageal sphincter. In some instances, an increase in the production of gastric acids can be the cause of the disease.Inflammation is caused in some cases when the gastric acids supplied is not adequate.

There are numerous other reasons for GERD condition which includes but not limited to hiatus hernia, zollinger-elison syndrome, hypercalcemia, scleroderma and system sclerosis.

According to past beliefs, intake of alcohol, tea and coffee can lead to GERD.Smoking is the main factor causing the acid reflux disease. Chronic smokers who have been smoking for more than 20 years are 70% susceptible to GERD compare to those non-smokers. The symptoms of people who already developed GERD are getting worse with each passing day.

The Gastroenterologists of New York University Medical Center already have tested this and confirmed to be a fact that increased intake of salt can increase the risk of developing acid reflux.

Once symptoms have been seen, it is advisable to submit the person in series of test for the acid reflux treatment. There are number of ways on how to treat this disease. In addition to drugs, stopping or reducing smoking and other sedentary lifestyles can help in improving the overal acid reflux condition. Acid reflux needs to be prevented rather than treated because of its capability to affect your every day life.