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QuestionChoice
This is not a risk factor. Having large meals and eating before bed and lying down can make reflux worse.

However, eating small meals throughout the day can reduce the amount of acid produced, making it beneficial for those who suffer with this.
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c
Eating throughout the day
QuestionChoice
Obesity can cause and worsen symptoms of acid reflux. Weight increases the pressure in the abdomen and causes fluid to travel up into the oesophagus.
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d
Weight loss
QuestionChoice
Age is not particularly a risk factor for GORD. It can develop at any age and is mainly triggered by lifestyle choices such as large meals, drinking alcohol, coffee and soda frequently and smoking.

It is common in babies and the elderly due to the immaturity/aging of the muscles in the lower oesophageal sphincter.
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b
Age
QuestionChoice
Smoking increases acid production and can worsen symptoms of acid reflux.
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a
Smoking
QuestionChoice
Lying down immediately after a meal can exacerbate symptoms which is why doctors recommend keeping upright while digesting meals.
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e
Sat down after a meal
Concept
Chapter
2693
4051
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
Topic
136
Gastroenterology
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50- year- old presents to GP with persistent dyspepsia.

The GP explores the patient's lifestyle and find that there are a few exacerbating factors. He discusses some changes she could make and prescribes a PPI.

Which of these is a risk factor for Gastro-oesophageal disease (GORD)?
a