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Can heartburn be brought on simply by aging? If so, does it involve increased stomach acid, or simply a weaker esophogeal sphincter?

By Anonymous November 10, 2011 - 10:14am
 
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Susan, thanks so much. Guess the next step is consult with my physician. For now, Ranitidine does the trick.

November 10, 2011 - 5:58pm
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