Acid Reflux
Heartburn
is caused when acidic stomach juices reflux—or flow backward—into
the esophagus. This generally occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter
(LES)—the natural valve that keeps stomach acid in the stomach
and out of the esophagus—relaxes or is not functioning properly.
When functioning normally, the LES opens like a door that allows food
into the stomach but not out the same way. However, at times the LES
relaxes and allows stomach juices to flow upward into the esophagus.
This relaxation exposes the esophagus to the harsh acid from the stomach.
Physicians refer to this as gastroesophageal reflux.
Discount
Medication can be purchased from one of these three online medication
suppliers; USAMedicine,
Freedom Pharmacy
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