Coughing or hoarse? Silent reflux could be the culprit.

Unlike gastro-oesophageal reflux, where you might feel numerous symptoms such as heartburn or chest pain, silent reflux is just that….silent.  We speak to a lot of patients who may have the condition of silent reflux but without the more common and noticeable symptoms, and this is where the Functional Gut Clinic can help.  Offering further… Read more…

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Trusted relfux treatments revealed

Reflux can be a debilitating condition causing uncomfortable symptoms such as heartburn and chest pain reducing your overall quality of life. While there is an extensive list of possible treatments for reflux when you google ‘how to get rid of reflux’, not all of them will be backed by evidence-based research.  And with that, here… Read more…

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Peptic Ulcer Disease

Peptic ulcer disease occurs when sores/ulcers appear in your stomach lining due to an increase in stomach acid attacking the stomach or a decrease in the mucous that protects the stomach lining from acidic juices.  Peptic ulcers can be painful, with symptoms including a burning or gnawing feeling in the stomach, leading to stomach pain. … Read more…

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Barrett’s Oesophagus

Vitally important, the oesophagus is the tube that moves food from our mouths to our stomachs.  It has a protective mucous lining that keeps the tube healthy and safe from damage; however, if something continuously irritates the esophagus over a long period of time, you may experience difficulties in swallowing and some pain as the… Read more…

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Heartburn and Acid Reflux: What’s the Difference?

Feeling discomfort after eating a large or fatty meal? You’re not alone. Heartburn is estimated to affect 1 in 4 adults in the UK. It’s usually described as a “burning” pain that occurs in the centre of the chest, around the lowest end of the sternum.  Associated with eating fatty foods or excessive alcohol, it’s… Read more…

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GORD & Pregnancy: What to do about it 

Acid reflux is extremely common during pregnancy, particularly in the second and third trimesters. There are a lot of factors and changes that occur during pregnancy, which makes reflux more likely to happen.  First are the hormonal changes your body is going through. Progesterone and relaxin are the two main hormones responsible for increasing acid… Read more…

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