Reflex means backflow of contents of stomach into the foodpipe. Due to lax valve (poorly functioning valve)
between the foodpipe and the stomach patient complains of acid or taste of food or particles of food returning
into the chest or mouth.
Due to exposure of the foodpipe to acid, patient
experiences, burning sensation in the chest, which is aggravated by chilies and spices.
1. Hiatus HerniaA hiatal hernia occurs when weakened muscle tissue allows your stomach to bulge up through your diaphragm. Know more about Hiatus Hernia |
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2. Advanced PregnancyDue to pressure of uterus on the stomach in advance pregnancy, patient experiences reflux. Lax valve between food pipe and stomach maybe noted without hernia, which allows reflux. |
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3. Lax Valve Between Food Pipe and StomachLax valve between food pipe and stomach maybe noted without hernia, which allows reflux. |
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