GERD and Obesity. What's the Connection?
Description
Anyone who has had a big meal late at night knows that inescapable feeling of acid reflux. But did you know that being obese can actually put you at risk not only for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) but also for frequent and severe symptoms that can lead to more serious complications? And you might be surprised at how close "clinical obesity" is to your ideal body weight. This program takes a closer look at reflux disease and its connection to obesity and other medical conditions. Plus, it discusses the latest treatments and therapies to help bring this condition under control. The important message is that patients should see their doctors so they can take advantage of the latest research.
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27 min
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Date of Publication
[2012], c2009
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