on the left side is associated with less nighttime acid exposure than sleeping on the right side or on the back. That doesn’t mean changing positions will cure GERD, but it can be a useful part of managing nighttime symptoms.
What Is Acid Reflux?
Acid reflux, also called gastroesophageal reflux (GER), happens when stomach contents move backward into the esophagus.
Occasional reflux is common. When reflux repeatedly causes troublesome symptoms or complications, it may be diagnosed as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Common symptoms include:
- A burning feeling in the chest
