If you have been battling stomach discomfort, and you’re unsure why you may have acid accumulation! Sadly, this can cause a damper on your day, especially if you are not sure why it’s happening. You may also have trouble living normally because certain foods cause so much irritation that you cannot enjoy social activities. Chances are, you may be suffering from one of two key issues—acid reflux or a more serious condition known as GERD. If you want to get back to a normal life, it helps to take the time to learn about how the overproduction of acid affects the gut.
What’s Acid Reflux vs. GERD?
Chronic acid reflux is caused by weakening the pyloric sphincter, a flap that allows food and liquid to flow into your stomach. When the sphincter relaxes abnormally, acid retreats into your esophagus, leading to severe inflammation. In comparison, GERD is a more serious disease that co-occurs with other conditions such as obesity, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), hiatal hernias, and diabetes.
GERD, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a chronic disease where the liquid content in the stomach refluxes back into the esophagus. Unfortunately, GERD is becoming increasingly common. Approximately 20%-25% of Americans experience symptoms of GERD more than three times per week. Some include difficulty swallowing, chest pain, regurgitating acid into your throat, and even tooth decay. Elevated levels, left unmanaged, cause breakdown of the surrounding tissue through which the acid travels.
Most medical specialists address these issues using a few go-to medications to provide relief.
Common Treatments:
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