How to Use reflux in a Sentence
reflux
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One of the sailors still has symptoms of acid reflux, Robertson said.
— Melissa Chan, NBC News, 30 Sep. 2022 -
The syrups were supposed to include the drug omeprazole, a common drug to treat acid reflux.
— Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 29 Aug. 2019 -
These adjustable bases are known to help with back pain, sleep apnea, and acid reflux.
— Trevor Raab, Popular Mechanics, 11 June 2021 -
But there’s no need to let acid reflux take the twinkle out of your holiday lights.
— Dallas News, 15 Dec. 2022 -
Then there's laryngopharyngeal reflux, when the stomach acid rises all the way up to the throat and larynx.
— Korin Miller, Health.com, 10 Feb. 2022 -
The prescription drug is used to treat acid reflux and stomach ulcers.
— Gwen Filosa, miamiherald, 21 May 2018 -
This is known as acid reflux, and heartburn is a telltale symptom of the condition.
— Elizabeth Millard, SELF, 19 Oct. 2021 -
Chronic cough is one of the potential symptoms of acid reflux.
— Colleen Murphy, Health.com, 24 Nov. 2021 -
What are your thoughts of Pepcid versus Prilosec for stomach reflux?
— Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 22 Aug. 2021 -
Most of us won't go through life without the occasional episode of heartburn or acid reflux.
— Matt Benoit, Discover Magazine, 18 Feb. 2023 -
Thompson adds a touch of sugar to his tomato sauce to help customers who suffer from acid reflux.
— Washington Post, 18 Apr. 2022 -
The bacteria have been found in the plaque on people’s teeth, carried there by refluxes into their mouths.
— Carl Zimmer, STAT, 30 May 2018 -
And, of course, this is another reason to quit smoking, since the habit can worsen reflux issues.
— Danielle Sepulveres, SELF, 7 Nov. 2018 -
But the team’s earned run average this year is acid reflux-inducing 5.10, which ranks dead last in the National League.
— Mark Kiszla, The Denver Post, 30 June 2019 -
Sometimes that muscle gets weak or damaged and can no longer control acid reflux.
— Dallas News, 15 Dec. 2022 -
Shoppers say the smallest wedges are ideal for issues like acid reflux, while the larger picks are great for neck or shoulder pain.
— Braelyn Wood, Health.com, 7 July 2020 -
The study found that Medicare overpaid the most for, by around $290 million, esomeprazole, which is used to treat symptoms of acid reflux disease.
— Christine Mui, Fortune, 21 June 2022 -
For those with gastrointestinal reflux, more pressure can cause the acid of heartburn.
— Linda Gandee, cleveland, 14 Dec. 2020 -
Claims that alkaline water may help with acid reflux is based on lab research.
— Christy Brissette, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2019 -
Claims that alkaline water may help with acid reflux are based on lab research.
— Christy Brissette, chicagotribune.com, 29 Aug. 2019 -
This will help minimize acid reflux that can interrupt your sleep during the night.
— Samantha Cassetty, NBC News, 8 July 2019 -
The necks are wide and short, which minimizes reflux and produces a heavier, more flavorful, robust style of whisky.
— Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 27 Apr. 2021 -
Treatment to stop reflux, such as surgery, has been tried in people who did not respond to antacid medications.
— Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 30 Sep. 2021 -
Aside from medications, lifestyle changes can help with acid reflux and heartburn, the Mayo Clinic notes.
— Cara Lynn Shultz, Peoplemag, 10 Aug. 2023 -
About 40% still have chronic sinus problems or acid reflux.
— David B. Caruso, Anchorage Daily News, 10 Sep. 2021 -
Start to tune into these signals, which include sensations of hunger and fullness as well as things, like reflux, bloating and gas.
— Samantha Cassetty, NBC News, 11 Dec. 2019 -
This can cause acid reflux, meaning that gastric acid can enter your esophagus and lead to heartburn.
— Tara C. Smith, SELF, 31 Oct. 2019 -
No one gets excited to tuck away pennies on the paycheck to control acid reflux or prevent migraines.
— Philip Elliott, Time, 4 Nov. 2021 -
If someone does end up overeating, people can reach for over-the-counter antacids to help with bloating or reflux, Kim recommended.
— Julia Landwehr, Health, 23 Nov. 2023 -
Even going slowly, my reflux returned with a vengeance and remains a daily nuisance.
— Sean O'Neal, Men's Health, 27 Feb. 2023
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