Acid Reflux Disease

There are acids in your stomach that serve a purpose. Unfortunately, sometimes these acids wash up into the throat as a result of acid reflux disease. Not only does this cause problems and discomfort, it also can cause damage to the esophagus. When the acid of the stomach frequently comes into contact with the esophagus, it can cause the esophagus to become inflamed, develop erosions or begin bleeding. These are the symptoms of erosive acid reflux disease. Statistics show that around one in every three people who experience chronic heartburn will develop erosive acid reflux disease.

Fortunately, erosive acid reflux disease can be treated, and the damage the esophagus may have suffered can be healed. However, you will not be able to diagnose yourself with erosive acid reflux disease, this is only possible for a doctor to do. He or she will have to look at your esophagus to be able to determine is there are erosions present. If there are, then you will be diagnosed with erosive acid reflux disease.

If you are experiencing the following symptoms, it is time to talk with your doctor:

*Heartburn that occurs on a frequent basis

*Heartburn that causes sleep disturbances

*When lying down, you feel liquid backing up into your throat

*Awakening with a sour and/or bitter type taste in your mouth

*Hoarseness or a sore throat upon awakening at night or in the morning

Once you are diagnosed with erosive acid reflux disease, your doctor may prescribe a medication to treat the disease, and at the same time give you relief from your bothersome symptoms.

There are several things you can plan to do on your own that will help you manage your erosive acid reflux disease:

*Make sure that you take your medication when you are supposed to take it.

*Change your diet. Refuse to eat certain foods and eat smaller meals.

*Learn what foods or habits trigger your acid reflux.

*Don't hesitate to ask your doctor any questions you may have about erosive acid reflux disease.

The best plan, if you have experienced the symptoms of acid reflux, is to make an appointment with your doctor to get some help as early as possible. Once you know what you are dealing with, then you can start to take control and do things that will help you alleviate the symptoms of erosive acid reflux disease and help you begin healing.

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