Common Causes Of Acid Reflux
Thursday, November 6th, 2008Acid reflux is a harmful chronic disease which can be caused by many different factors. In this article, we’ll do an in-depth examination of what may be causing acid reflux disease.
One of the main reasons that people experience the caustic fluid backup that is characteristic of acid reflux is improper functioning of the lower esophageal sphincter, or LES muscles. These muscles are found at the base of the esophagus and provide a method of opening and closing the passageway to the stomach. When the LES muscles are weakened, they are often unable to fully close. This can result in acid from the stomach finding its way up into the esophagus.
Abnormalities in the esophagus are another common cause. Several parts of the esophagus can be malformed, but the two most common ones are peristalsis and what is known as adult-ringed esophagus. Adult-ringed esophagus is a condition with small rings in the throat that stop a person from swallowing properly. Improper stomach function is yet another factor that can lead to acid reflux disease.
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