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22 sie 2024 · Lifestyle changes may help reduce the frequency of acid reflux. Try to: Maintain a healthy weight. Excess pounds put pressure on the abdomen, pushing up the stomach and causing acid to reflux into the esophagus. Stop smoking. Smoking decreases the lower esophageal sphincter's ability to function properly. Elevate the head of your bed.
9 sie 2023 · Millions of Americans take medications known as proton pump inhibitors every day to treat heartburn and acid reflux, and in recent years, these drugs, also known as PPIs, have been linked...
7 gru 2023 · Typical heart attack signs and symptoms include: Pressure, tightness, pain, or a squeezing or aching sensation in your chest or arms that may spread to your neck, jaw or back. Nausea, indigestion, heartburn or abdominal pain. Shortness of breath.
9 sie 2023 · A study has found a link between certain acid reflux medications and higher dementia risk. People who took PPIs longer than four-and-a-half years were at greater risk.
10 sie 2023 · Long-term use of certain medications to treat heartburn and acid-related disorders is associated with an increased risk of developing dementia, new research shows.
1 lip 2016 · Routine use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs)—drugs such as Nexium and Prilosec, used to treat heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease or peptic ulcers—may cause or accelerate dementia in ...
13 maj 2022 · To determine if your heartburn is a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), your doctor may recommend: X-ray, to view the shape and condition of your esophagus and stomach. Endoscopy, to view your esophagus with a tiny camera to check for irregularities.
