Reflux

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Reflux disease

Gastro-esophageal reflux, also known as acid reflux, occurs when the stomach contents reflux or backs up into the esophagus or mouth.

Reflux is a normal process that occurs in healthy infants, children, and adults. It’s normal to have a small amount of refluxed acid contents in the esophagus, particularly after meals.

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Many people suffer regularly from heartburn – a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up the food pipe (oesophagus) after eating. This causes inflammation and irritation of the lower oesophagus, and also ulcers.