Acid reflux or esophagitis is characterized by heartburn and pain when swallowing. Heartburn is the main symptom. 75% of patients with reflux exhibit this symptom, but not all people with heartburn actually suffer from acid reflux. Typically, heartburn occurs 2-3 times a week and usually gets worse after eating fatty meals before bedtime. Obesity, smoking and alcohol consumption can aggravate the disease. Other symptoms that may indicate that you suffer from esophagitis is chest pain and chronic cough.
What is it exactly?
The esophagus is a muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. The muscles of the esophagus, allow the passage of liquid and solid food by the mouth to the stomach. In the area where the esophagus and the stomach meet, there is the Lower esophageal sphincter (LES), which allows the passage of food in one direction...
