Pretty much everyone has experienced pesky heartburn in their life at some point; however, some of those individuals repeatedly struggle with the fiery chest pain and stomach upset that acid reflux causes. In this post, we’ll answer when should you see a doctor about reflux, who should I consult for acid reflux, and can doctors do anything for acid reflux?
Read MoreLosing weight can be difficult when exercising only makes your acid reflux worse, and dieting with acid reflux just seems too complicated to even attempt. We know it can be tough, but with just a little thought and creativity you could be well on your way to a healthier you. Here are 10 meal plan ideas to help you lose weight while keeping your acid reflux in check.
Read MoreFor many people suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease, exercise can often mean exacerbating the uncomfortable symptoms of GERD, including acid reflux and heartburn, which often leaves to a conundrum. You don’t want to give up exercise, but the workout routine you are doing now is only making things worse. Rather than dropping exercise altogether, let’s take a look at some of the best exercises for GERD.
Read MoreAny team is only as good as the people leading it, and we’re lucky to have one of the best and brightest individuals at our helm. The Tampa Bay Reflux Center team is led by one of the most experienced foregut and esophageal surgeons in the southeastern United States: Dr. Donovan Tapper.
Read MoreIt’s not uncommon to have a hiatal hernia without even knowing it. In fact, nearly 90% of people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have a hiatal hernia as well. In this article, we will discuss what a hiatal hernia is and what the best hiatal hernia treatment options are for you.
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