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Proper Treatment Is Key To Halting Heartburn
Heartburn is never any fun, but if you don’t give it the time and attention it deserves, it could be with you for a long time in the form of gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD.
Treating heartburn properly is just as important as recognizing the condition, however. If you find that jalapeno nachos are more trouble than they’re worth, then cut them out of your diet. The same goes with any other food that causes acid reflux every time you eat it. And eat earlier in the evening, other than right before bed, and see if that helps.
If you seek over-the-counter help, try acetaminophen (Tylenol) other than aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve) to relieve the pain. And drink plenty of water when you take your medication. If you are on prescription medications, be sure your physician knows that you are prone to heartburn, as he or she may want to recommend an alternative.
There are also specific, over-the-counter drugs for heartburn. They work well for most people, but it’s never a bad idea to speak with your physician and describe your systems. That way, he or she can give you some input on which of these medications might work best for your specific symptoms, and also recommend an office visit if something sounds like it needs more careful examination.