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Essay Galaxy - Heartburn and Gallstones
Heartburn and Gallstones
Heartburn is the inflammation of the esophagus. It is also known as
pyrosis. The major cause of heartburn is reflux. This is when the esophagus
bottom edges are not tightly shut, and acid moves form the stomach up into the
esophagus. Hiatus Hernia's also cause heartburn. This also occurs when the
ends of the esophagus are not shut, and the stomach lining moves up the
esophagus. There are many other causes of heartburn, some of which being:
obesity, drinking hot or cold beverages, extensive alcohol usage, smoking, foods
(acidic), certain types of medication, and types of syndromes (Zollinger, and
Ellison). Posture also causes heartburn, for example, if after eating a large
fairly acidic food, and lying straight back, the acid moves back from the
stomach. Also, if you lean over while working, pressure builds in the organs,
p....
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