In the 'Supplements And Medications' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about calcium-based antacid use:
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Have you used calcium-based antacids? Examples include Tums and Rennies.
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Your answer |
...indicates |
...and suggests |
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"No / don't know" |
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"Minor use in the past only" |
Past calcium-based antacid use |
A risk factor |
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"Significant use in the past only" |
Past calcium-based antacid use |
A risk factor |
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"Currently using, for up to 6 months" |
Calcium-based antacid use |
A risk factor |
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"Currently using, for more than 6 months" |
Calcium-based antacid use |
A risk factor |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
GLOSSARY
Antacid (Antacids)
Neutralizes acid in the stomach, esophagus, or first part of the duodenum.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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