BOOK APPOINTMENT CALL US: (855) 455-4278 Acid Reflux Home Conditions Acid Reflux You may have heard the term acid reflux from your doctor or on television commercials. Simply put, acid reflux occurs when the sphincter muscle located at the base of your stomach fails and allows acid from your stomach to re-enter, or reflux, into your esophagus. The sensitive tissue that lines the esophagus is not intended to come in contact with the acid. The result is the trademark burning sensation. Some other, lesser known, symptoms of reflux include: coughing, raspy voice, and tooth decay. These symptoms occur when the acid reaches very high in the esophagus. Because of the long term damage that may occur with repetitive episodes of reflux, you should see a doctor if you experience heartburn regularly two or more times per week. Conditions Abdominal Pain Acid Reflux Barrett's Esophagus Biliary Obstruction Bleeding or Blood in the Stool Bloating Colon Cancer & Polyps Celiac Sprue Colitis Constipation Crohn's Disease Diarrhea Diseases of the Gallbladder Read More Related Information EGD Procedure Belching/Burping Conditions Indigestion/Heartburn Conditions Upper Abdominal Pain Conditions Heartburn Conditions To Find Out More About This Condition CONTACT IGG Find A Location Near You: Select your closest city Arlington Heights Chicago (Lincoln Park) Elgin Elk Grove Evanston Glenview Glen Endoscopy Center Gurnee Highland Park Hinsdale Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology Lake in the Hills Libertyville Lindenhurst Oakbrook Terrace Oak Lawn / Midwest Center Oak Lawn / GI Associates Orland Park Peoria South Elgin South Suburban Gastro St. Charles Algonquin Road Surgery Center Elgin Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center Kendall Point Surgery Center North Shore Endoscopy Center Northwest Endoscopy Center Oak Lawn Endoscopy Oak Lawn Cicero Endoscopy Center The Center for Surgery Valley Ambulatory Center See All Locations About IGG Home About Procedures Conditions Research Opportunities Articles FAQs Patient Resources Get Ready Pay Online Patient Privacy Careers Newsletter Signup Sign up for our monthly newsletter SUBSCRIBE © Illinois Gastroenterology Group Privacy Sitemap