By Tanise Edwards, M.D.That last piece of pizza sure hit the spot. But, now you feel that all-too-familiar bitter burn setting in. Indigestion, heartburn — by any name, it's painful.
For some people it's just an occasional bother. But, for others it's a symptom of an ongoing condition — GERD. That stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease — a condition that can damage your esophagus. You may have also heard it called "acid reflux."
And, if you've just been diagnosed with it, your doctor may have prescribed medicines to help treat it.
In addition to medicine, your doctor might also suggest other steps you can take. These changes — such as being careful about what you eat — are important, too. And, by doing all you can to control GERD, you can help prevent more serious health problems.
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