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Self-Care Strategies for Managing Heartburn - Heartburn Effects on Your Body

By Sharon Gillson, About.com

Updated: May 14, 2008

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Acid reflux can affect the body in several ways, and isn't limited to just the burn and pain in your esophagus.

Acid reflux has been linked to the following conditions:

  • Asthma
  • Hoarseness
  • Chronic cough
  • Laryngitis
  • Non-cardiac chest pain.


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