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Acid Reflux and Oesophagitis Heartburn
Acid Reflux and heartburn are a very common problem faced by many of us. And so I decided to discuss in a very simplified way.
Let us understand the oesophagus and stomach first
When we eat, food passes down the gullet (oesophagus) into the stomach. Cells in the lining of the stomach make acid and other chemicals which help to digest food. Stomach cells also make mucus which protects them from damage from the acid. The cells linin...more
Acid Reflux and heartburn are a very common problem faced by many of us. And so I decided to discuss in a very simplified way.
Let us understand the oesophagus and stomach first
When we eat, food passes down the gullet (oesophagus) into the stomach. Cells in the lining of the stomach make acid and other chemicals which help to digest food. Stomach cells also make mucus which protects them from damage from the acid. The cells linin...more
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Hi thanks for your query and welcome to lybrate
It is a chronic inflammatory joint disease which has a genetic predisposition. You are best advised to get in touch of a rheumatologist as it requires a long term supervised care. Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance.
Thanks & regards
Dr Akshay Kumar Saxena
It is a chronic inflammatory joint disease which has a genetic predisposition. You are best advised to get in touch of a rheumatologist as it requires a long term supervised care. Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance.
Thanks & regards
Dr Akshay Kumar Saxena
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