Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is a condition in which damage is caused to esophagus linings produced by abnormal reflux of the acids produced in the stomach. In simple terms, the contents of the stomach including the acids produced are back to the esophagus. The linings of the esophagus are not designed to handle the acids as like linings in the stomach. Long term presence of the acids damage the linings of the esophagus. Due to such conditions an individual may experience heartburns, and other chronic symptoms. Prolonged exposure of the stomach acids in the esophagus can cause serious complications in the future.
It’s Causes:
The root cause of acid reflex problems is poor diet that individuals follow. It causes acidity and indigestion. Too much acid pushes the Lower esophageal Valve (LES) that is between the stomach and the esophagus. It allows the entry of acids and foods in to the esophagus. There are foods that typically cause acid reflux. Excess and overeating of such foods leads to acid reflex problems. The foods that cause acid reflux are coffee, tea, and chocolate, Fried and fatty foods, Tomato and tomato based products, tobacco, large meals, citrus fruits and juices. These foods produce more acid in the stomach and overeating of these foods causes its entry in the esophagus. There are also other factors that cause acid reflux. Overeating also causes acid reflux problems. Because of overeating more amount of acid is formed in the stomach, which is already full thus causing entry to the esophageal canal. So foods get backed up and bring an unpleasant burning feeling in the chest. Being overweight also causes acid reflux problems. There is a clear correlation between overweight and acid reflux problems. By being overweight, more pressure is put on the esophageal valve causing it to open. This also allows acid entry in the esophagus. Eating in 2-3 hours prior to sleeping also causes acid reflux problems. Wearing tight clothes that squeeze the abdomen creating pressure also causes acid reflux problems.
Problems faced due to acid reflux:
Reoccurrence of acid reflux could cause diseases related to acid reflux. Heartburn is the common occurrences in acid reflux diseases. Individual may feel excessive pain in the chest and trouble in swallowing. It can also cause dry cough and bad breath. These problems if are diagnosed earlier, effective treatment can be carried out in order to prevent diseases related to acid reflux.
