Reflux That Isn’t Acid? Why You're Being Misdiagnosed

🔥 Is it really acid reflux… or could it be bile reflux? ➡️ Book a consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/h... Root Cause Medical Clinic | Clearwater, FL | Functional Medicine | Telehealth Available Many people are told they have “acid reflux,” yet medications don’t fully resolve their symptoms—or tests don’t show excess stomach acid. In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen DC, FMCP explains another possible driver behind burning, nausea, and reflux-like symptoms: bile reflux. This discussion explores how bile can affect the digestive tract and why symptoms are often misinterpreted or mislabeled in conventional care. A functional medicine approach focuses on identifying the underlying imbalance rather than only suppressing symptoms. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: 🔹 Why reflux symptoms can occur even without excess stomach acid 🔹 How bile reflux may contribute to burning, nausea, and gastritis 🔹 The role of digestive valves (sphincters) in proper gut function 🔹 How bile may impact gut sensitivity and motility 🔹 Why reflux symptoms can persist despite PPI use 🔹 How a root cause approach evaluates digestive dysfunction ABOUT DR. VIKKI: Dr. Vikki Petersen is a doctor of chiropractic, functional medicine clinician and founder of Root Cause Medical Clinic, specializing in gut health, autoimmune disease, and chronic illness. Her clinical focus is identifying and addressing underlying drivers of digestive and systemic dysfunction. ⚕️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Reflux-like symptoms, including burning, nausea, and digestive discomfort, can have multiple potential causes and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. Do not discontinue or change prescribed medications without medical supervision. The information shared reflects general functional medicine principles and clinical experience and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Viewing this content does not establish a doctor-patient relationship with Dr. Vikki Petersen or Root Cause Medical Clinic. Individual results may vary. #AcidReflux #FunctionalMedicine #RootCauseMedical #DrVikkiPetersen #GutHealth #GERD #DigestiveHealth #BileReflux #DigestiveDisorders