Acid Reflux (heartburn) Treatment
Acid reflux (also called heartburn) is a common condition experienced by a lot of people. It can cause significant discomfort and if not addressed, it may lead to the development of of ulcers or even oesophageal cancer.
Fortunately we are here to assist.
For: Men, Women, Ages 18+ (Under 18 with parental consent)
What is Acid Reflux?
Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid leaks into the esophagus after consuming certain foods or lying down too soon after eating. It is also known as indigestion or heartburn.
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a more severe and persistent condition characterized by frequent acid reflux episodes. The repeated presence of acid in the oesophagus can lead to various problems down the line.
Symptoms of Acid Reflux
- Burning sensation behind the chest bone
- Taste of stomach acid in the mouth
- Problems swallowing
- Chronic cough
- Hoarse voice
- Nausea
Start your journey to feeling better in 3 steps
Take an online assessment
We want to understand your experience so we can provide the best treatment. the online assessment consists of clinically‑backed questions that ask about your symptoms.
Meet a doctor online
We will respond within 24 hours to schedule a video chat or phone call to talk next steps and discuss medication options, if appropriate.
Online prescription
After consultation we will write you a prescription to collect the medications at your nearest pharmacy (home delivery coming soon).
Does Vango Health keep everything confidential?
At Vango Health, your privacy is our priority.
With online care, you can address your health problems while maintaining complete privacy. The convenience and flexibility of scheduling online medical visits ensure that doctor appointments remain discreet.
Frequently Asked Questions for Acid Reflux
Yes, acid reflux has tell-tale signs and symptoms and can be a straightforward diagnosis in most cases.
Only a doctor can make a diagnosis of GERD. Talk to your doctor if:
- You experience heartburn two or more times a week.
- Your heartburn symptoms worsen.
- Heartburn disrupts your sleep at night.
- You have been having occasional heartburn for several years.
- You encounter difficulty or pain while swallowing.
- Your discomfort hinders your daily activities.
Yes, you can start tackling acid reflux to reduce its severity.
Our doctors may suggest the following lifestyle changes:
- Shedding excess weight if overweight or obese.
- Kicking the smoking habit.
- Elevating your head and chest during sleep.
- Avoiding eating within three hours of lying down.
- Avoiding trigger foods such as citrusy foods, chocolate, mint, high fat foods, spicy foods.
Several medications are available for treatment of acid refluxing. We can recommend antacids, which neutralise stomach acids, or proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or H2 blockers which reduce the amount of acid the stomach produces.
Speak to our doctors to discuss the options.