As for surgery, think twice before undergoing anti-reflux surgery, during which the top of the stomach is wrapped around the esophagus to keep stomach contents from backing up.

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When medications aren't enough to control the unpleasant symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux, surgery is sometimes necessary.

WSJ: New Surgical Option for Heartburn

Surgery to fix the faulty valve that causes acid reflux has long been the treatment of last resort for severe heartburn.

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