When To See A Doctor

 When To See A Doctor

If you have a chronic cough, chest burn, heart burn, a sour taste in your mouth, or discomfort after eating a few times a week, you should consider reaching out to your doctor.

Ideally, you shouldn't feel the need to use it an acid reflux pillow every night. "If you're having symptoms to the point where you require using the acid reflux pillow all the time, you should talk to your physician so they know what your baseline is or if you need further testing," explains Dr. Rao.

She adds that if left untreated, it could result in Barrett's esophagus (when the lining of the esophagus becomes damaged by stomach acid, per Mayo Clinic). And while it is rare, it can alo lead to to esophageal cancer.

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