Acid Reflux
Acid Reflux services offered in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Heartburn due to acid reflux can be debilitating or cause complications when not addressed. At Platinum Digestive Health in Rancho Cucamonga, California, board-certified gastroenterologists Bhavesh Patel, MD, and Hussein Abidali, DO offer acid reflux treatments to reduce heartburn and regurgitation. Schedule an evaluation at Platinum Digestive Health by phone or request one online today
FAQs for Acid Reflux
Acid reflux, also called gastroesophageal reflux, is a condition that develops when stomach acid washes back up into your esophagus, often irritating it. Gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD) is a more severe form of acid reflux that causes repeated symptoms or complications over time when left untreated.
- Heartburn (burning sensation in your chest)
- Burning sensation after eating or when lying down
- Backwash of sour liquid
- Chest pain
- Upper abdominal pain
- Difficulty swallowing
- Lump sensation in your throat
- Vocal cord inflammation
- Ongoing cough
- Worsening or new asthma
Numerous factors can contribute to developing acid reflux, including:
- Hiatal hernia
- Pregnancy
- Carrying excess weight
- Scleroderma
- Connective tissue disorders
- Delayed stomach emptying
- Eating large meals
- Fried or greasy foods
- Smoking
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Some medications
To determine if you have acid reflux and how to best treat your condition, a Platinum Digestive Health specialist reviews your symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history.They complete a physical exam and may recommend diagnostic testing, such as endoscopy, acid probe testing, swallowing studies, X-rays, or other imaging procedures. Your specialist then tailors a treatment based on your lifestyle, needs, and preferences.
To reduce acid reflux symptoms, Platinum Digestive Health offers:
- Diet and exercise education
- Weight loss recommendations
- Medication
- Surgery
- Combinations of treatments