Acid Reflux

Acid reflux can be triggered by many things, such as:

• Stress and anxiety
• Alcohol
• Spicy foods
• Smoking
• Certain medications such as ibuprofen

Acid reflux can usually be managed by eating smaller meals, not smoking, and avoiding large amounts of alcohol.

However, if you find that self-management and over the counter treatments aren’t working for you, you should speak to a member of our team for long term management of your symptoms.

The most typical symptom of acid reflux is a burning feeling in the chest after eating or when lying down. Some people also experience the following:

• Bad breath
• Unpleasant taste in the mouth
• Cough or hiccups
• Bloating and nausea