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Acid reflux is a common digestive issue experienced by everyone at least once in their lifetime. Common triggers include fatty, fried, spicy, and acidic foods; beverages like coffee and alcohol; and ...

Dear Dr. Roach: We read your column daily, and have read several letters about acid reflux and the long-term use of medications. No one has suggested raising the head of the bed as a solution. My ...

Dear Dr. Gott: What are the symptoms of acid reflux? What foods should be avoided? Will greasy foods make it worse? Are there any over-the-counter drugs that will help it? Dear Reader: Acid reflux is ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 71-year-old male in good health. I read your recent column on the use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). About eight years ago, I was hospitalized for 10 days due to a severe ...

An estimated 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux that goes beyond occasional heartburn. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, can be more common among older people, ...