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Recent Examples of reflux
While occasional reflux is normal and usually goes away on its own or can be treated by an over-the-counter (OTC) antacid, ongoing symptoms may lead you to look for other remedies.
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Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025
Only 74 participants completed all stages of the study; 15 (nine in the BSE group and six in the placebo group) dropped out due to gastrointestinal side effects, including nausea and vomiting, reflux, and diarrhea.
—Paul McClure 23, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
Are used to neutralize acids that can contribute to reflux symptoms.
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025
Drinking water can also help limit reflux symptoms.11 Carbonated Beverages
Carbonated beverages can contribute to reflux symptoms.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 2 Feb. 2025
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Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025
Only 74 participants completed all stages of the study; 15 (nine in the BSE group and six in the placebo group) dropped out due to gastrointestinal side effects, including nausea and vomiting, reflux, and diarrhea.
—Paul McClure 23, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
Are used to neutralize acids that can contribute to reflux symptoms.
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025
Drinking water can also help limit reflux symptoms.11 Carbonated Beverages
Carbonated beverages can contribute to reflux symptoms.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflux
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Pulmonary Embolism This can cause shortness of breath because a blood clot blocks one or more lung arteries, reducing blood flow and oxygen exchange.—
Emily Brown,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
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Transient ischemic stroke is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain that can mimic a stroke, causing symptoms like numbness, weakness, or confusion that can last anywhere from a few minutes to 24 hours.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 May 2025
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But there’s no escaping the fact that the power of movies to both reflect and shape culture is at a low ebb.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
13 May 2025
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This would be an economic and political debacle that would presumably bring Democrats, currently at a low ebb, roaring back in 2026.—
The Editors,
National Review,
12 May 2025
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Sean O’Byrne, executive director of the Downtown Council, told the committee that there is a series of blighted buildings downtown that are causing an economic drain and offsetting development.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2025
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No asbestos to abate, no cast-iron drains to replace, no surprise setbacks from the Department of Building and Safety.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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“Reflux.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflux. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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