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How do you test stomach acid levels?
How do you test stomach acid levels?
How do you test stomach acid levels?
An esophageal pH test measures how often stomach acid enters the esophagus, the tube that connects your throat to your stomach. It also measures how long the acid stays there.
Last updated on 31 May 2023
Related Questions
Is it possible to be deficient in B12 even if you eat meat?
In very rare cases, pernicious anemia (caused due to vitamin B12 deficiency) due to malabsorption of vitamin B12 even after consuming meat.
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Can I take vitamin B12 with pantoprazole?
Yes one can take them together to ensure the prevention of vitamin B12 deficiency.
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What does Feroglobin B12 do?
Feroglobin helps the body make red cells and cover up iron deficiency in people suffering from anemia. It has to be taken as advised by the doctor for best results.
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Can low stomach acid levels cause constant hunger?
Yes. Low stomach acid can cause a feeling of fullness after eating, bloating and discomfort, and even lower your appetite
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What helps B12 absorption?
Diet and vitamin supplementation hugely helps in B12 absorption. To increase the amount of vitamin B12 in your diet, eat more of foods that contain it, such as: eggs, liver, and chicken. Fish and shellfish such as trout, salmon, tuna fish, and clams
Last updated on 31 May 2023