Coping with Heartburn and Reflux

Coping with Heartburn and Reflux

Heartburn and reflux are all too common,affecting up to 20 per cent of people in all western countries at any one time.known as gastro - oesophageal reflux disease (GORD),this unpleasant condition is on the increase because of our obesity epidemic and frenetic lifestyle.Most people with reflux disease treat themselves and never bother see their doctor - but it is important to take action to avoid complications.
The subjects covered include;
The healthy stomach and when things go wrong
Diagnosis,treatment and surgery
How to help yourself
Hiatus hernia
Heart problems that mimic reflux disease
other conditions and when to seek help
By working with your doctor and making simple lifestyle changes,such as losing weight and giving up smoking,you will find that heartburn and reflux can be tackled effectively.
Author Dr Tom Smith