Symptoms Of Acid Reflux

Regurgitation

Regurgitation is a common symptom of acid reflux. After heartburn, it is also the most common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the chronic form of acid reflux. Regurgitation is the feeling of acid backing up from the GI tract and into the throat or mouth. It is often accompanied by a bitter or sour taste and 'wet burps.' In 'wet burps,' the patient belches and simultaneously spits up liquid or partially digested food.

Certain lifestyle changes can help control regurgitation and 'wet burps.' Both large meals and carbonated drinks put pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter, which is supposed to keep the stomach’s contents from traveling back up the esophagus. A patient with acid reflux or GERD already has a weakened lower esophageal sphincter, so they should avoid putting pressure on it. Thus, they should limit their consumption of carbonated drinks and eat several small meals rather than two or three big ones. Obesity also puts extras pressure on the stomach and lower esophageal sphincter, so a heavy patient should try to slim down.

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