Acid reflux is a physiological condition that causes the content of the stomach to reflux back into the esophagus and throat. There are many more factors that contribute to the development of acid reflux; the main cause is inappropriate activity of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). The LES is a ring of muscle at the bottom of the esophagus that acts like a valve between the esophagus and stomach. The esophagus passes food from the mouth to the stomach. When refluxed stomach acid touches the lining of the esophagus, it causes a burning sensation in the chest or throat called heartburn. But heartburn that occurs more than twice a week then it may be considered as an Acid reflux and it can eventually lead to more serious health problems. Other causes of acid reflux are inappropriate diets, unhealthy living standard or other physical dysfunction and conditions Symptoms of acid reflux in adults The main symptoms of acid reflux are persistent Heartburn and Regurgitation. 1)Heartburn - Heartburn is the acid reflux symptoms most people recognize. This is painful burning sensation occurs in chest after eating a huge meal. 2)Regurgitation - Regurgitation occurs when stomach acid backs up from stomach into throat and then into mouth. Some common symptoms of acid reflux in adults are: Abdominal pain and discomfort especially after having meal, bad breath, bitter taste in the mouth, excessive secretion of saliva and sleeping problems. There are some extended symptoms of acid reflux in adults which are as following: difficulty swallowing, chest burn and aching, poor appetite, nausea, presence of blood in vomit and stools, throat inflammation and pain, and breathing difficulties. If all this symptoms of acid reflux become very intense it is an aggravation. Acid reflux may cause serious damages at the level of the esophagus, due to its constant exposure to stomach gastric acid. Acid reflux can cause inflammation and swelling. It is very important to take it seriously to the symptoms of acid reflux and should be done quick treatment to overcome with that hazard. Conclusion Acid reflux is a disease by which people generally suffer with the acidity, heartburn, and regurgitation. Commonly, it occurs after heavy and unhygienic foods. It causes a burning sensation in the throat, which is really painful. People should do the needful as they find these symptoms in them. The key to managing acid reflux is to eat only the mild, easy digestible food until the esophagus has healed. Eating the foods early and giving at least three hours before sitting or walking time before lying down. Eat slowly and chew food completely with the recipes for acid reflux diet.
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