Heartburn & Reflux For Dummies

'Heartburn & Reflux For Dummies' is a comprehensive guide that shows sufferers how to recognize the symptoms, get an accurate diagnosis, and work with their physician to receive the most effective treatment available. Readers will find out who is at risk or most susceptible and what the various forms of reflux are, as all too often reflux is either self-treated or mistreated and followed by serious complications. The authors detail how to bring symptoms under control to make the sufferer feel better, heal the esophagus of inflammation or injury, and manage or prevent complications. Readers will find the latest information on prescription medications and side effects, available alternative remedies, and when to consider surgery along with the side effects or complications associated with surgery.