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You can consult a doctor about acid reflux online with Simple Online Doctors Australian registered online doctor. You may complete an online assessment and brief consultation with Australian registered doctors who will evaluate your suitability for the program.
Acid reflux, also known as heartburn or just reflux, occurs when stomach acid travels up the oesophagus towards the mouth. This results in a burning sensation in the chest and a variety of other symptoms. If heartburn occurs regularly, it may be classed as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD or GERD). GORD is very common with an estimated 10-15% of Australians suffering from the condition.
The major identifying symptoms for acid reflux are:
Severe cases of reflux are often mistaken for a heart attack or vice versa, as chest pain can occur in the oesophagus behind the heart. For this reason, it is important that if you are experiencing severe chest pain that you seek emergency medical advice to rule out heart problems.
Minor identifying symptoms for heartburn can be:
Long term Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is associated with severe complications. While the stomach is built to tolerate acid, the oesophagus is not. As such, the problems are often related to the stomach acid damaging the lining of the oesophagus. This type of damage can lead to:
Heartburn can result from a variety of factors. In the body, there is a muscle that opens and closes the space between the stomach and oesophagus, called the oesophageal sphincter. The failure of this muscle in the body allows for stomach acid to escape the stomach up into the oesophagus. This is the major reason for symptoms of acid reflux.
Dietary choices are one of the most common triggers for heartburn. These include:
Other lifestyle factors that can cause reflux include smoking, stress, and being overweight or obese.
Conditions that delay gastric emptying or the condition known as hiatus hernia, where the stomach pushes up into the chest, are well-known causes of GORD symptoms.
Regularly taking medicines that affect the stomach and acidity such as anti-inflammatory drugs and effervescent tablets can result in GORD.
During the first trimester, the stomach takes longer to empty in order to absorb more nutrients which can result in pregnancy-related GORD. Also as the baby grows in the third trimester, it can push up the stomach, also resulting in acid reflux.
There are many different treatment options for oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). The first option that people should try to manage and prevent their heartburn is lifestyle changes. Acid Reflux treatment varies depending on individual health and needs and should be determined by a doctor.
Here is a list of changes that can be made to improve reflux and quality of life:
Some of these changes are difficult to make all in one go so it is recommended that you keep a record of what triggers your heartburn and focus on avoiding these triggers first before tackling more difficult changes like weight loss.
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