USA Today: Acid reflux impacts about 20% of American adults. What causes it? Constipation can cause acid reflux because straining to pass a bowel movement puts pressure on the abdomen, which can trigger reflux.

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Acid reflux medications, like antacids and PPIs, may cause ... Medically reviewed by Kumkum S. Patel, MD Key Takeaways Constipation can cause acid reflux because straining to pass a bowel movement puts pressure on the abdomen, which can trigger reflux.Acid reflux ...