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Dr Sarmed Sami
London Gastroenterology Centre
How long does acid reflux last?
Dr. Sarmed Sami explains that acid reflux can last for variable periods depending on the patient, usually between 30 minutes to one hour, but uncommonly up to three hours.
Transcript
Acid reflux can last for variable periods of time, depending on each patient. It could be between 30 minutes to an hour, up to three hours in some patients, although not very common. Of course, you'll need to take medications for it if you have acid reflux. If the symptoms keep coming back over time, then you'll need to see a specialist to get it checked.