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… example, Advil or Motrin). Medicines you put on your skin (topical medicines), such as Neosporin or benzocaine (for … or Orajel), and ethylenediamine, which is used in some topical medicines. Seizure medicines. If the blisters are … example, Advil or Motrin). Medicines you put on your skin (topical medicines), such as Neosporin or benzocaine (for …
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… esophageal muscle weak, which may cause food and stomach acid to come back up into your throat and mouth. Something … Have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). When stomach acid backs up regularly into your esophagus, it can cause … as you swallow. pH monitoring, which tests how often acid from the stomach gets into the esophagus and how long …
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… may be treated with blood transfusions and folic acid supplements. Folic acid is a vitamin that your body needs to produce red blood … may be treated with blood transfusions and folic acid supplements. Treatment may also include medicines. For …
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… (lower esophageal sphincter). This can allow stomach acid and juices, the chemicals that break down food in the … bed 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in.) This will help keep stomach acid from flowing into your esophagus when you are sleeping. … Bending over tends to increase the amount of stomach acid that can get into your esophagus. When lifting, bend …