Mar 3, 20090

Acid Reflux and Chinese Medicine

Categories: Acupuncture

Acid reflux or Reflux Esophagitis is a situation the occurs from reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. This causes an inflammation of the gastroesophageal tract and discomfort for the sufferer. The chief complaint with acid reflux isheartburn with or without fluids coming up into the mouth. The standard of care for is situation consists of raising the head during sleeping, dietary changes to avoid additional acid secretion,  and anti-acids. The main pattern in TCM that causes this imbalance is the Liver invading Spleen/Stomach. ... Read More

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