About Heartburn / GERD: Talking To Your Doctor About Your Heartburn

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Heartburn / GERD Heartburn / GERD Symptoms / Diagnosis Get Relief Burn-Free Diet From Sharon Gillson, your Guide to Heartburn / GERD Understanding Heartburn | Good Foods / Bad Foods | Prevention / Treatment | Complications | Join Me on Facebook | Follow Me on Twitter Talking To Your Doctor About Your Heartburn When people suffer from chronic illnesses, they often seek their doctors' advice on what is wrong with them and how to treat it. When it comes to chronic heartburn (heartburn that occurs two or more times a week), they may not be as quick to talk to their doctors about it. Why is it important to go to your doctor about chronic heartburn? Read more See More About:  symptoms of heartburn  risks for heartburn  living with heartburn Research Says PPIs Increase Risk of Developing C. diff In a study conducted in Japan, researchers concluded that patients taking proton pump inhibitors (Aciphex, Dexilant, Nexium, Prevacid, Prilosec, and Protonix) were over three times more likely than other patients to develop C. diff. Read more See More About:  proton pump inhibitors  c diff  treating gerd How To Treat GERD Once you are diagnosed with GERD, you and your doctor can discuss the best way to treat your GERD. Read more See More About:  lifestyle modifications for heartburn  dietary changes for heartburn  antacids Complications of GERD If GERD isn't treated, or is not treated adequately, complications may occur. Some of these complications can be very serious. Read more See More About:  barrett's esophagus  esophagitis  esophageal cancer Heartburn / GERD Ads Acid Reflux Symptoms Gerd Diet Reflux Diet Cure for Gerd Doctor Featured Articles Glossary of Heartburn-Related Terms Personal Stories Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Heartburn - Understanding Heartburn / Acid Reflux Hiatal Hernia Ulcers   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More> This newsletter is written by: Sharon Gillson Heartburn / GERD Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Heartburn / GERD newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What is Heartburn? Symptoms of Heartburn Diagnosis of Heartburn Treatment of Heartburn What Causes Heartburn Advertisement