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What are some risks of taking proton pump inhibitors?

Dr. Robin Miller, MD
Dr. Robin Miller, MD
Internal Medicine

Researcher have discovered a connection between taking heartburn medications known as proton pump inhibitors and diarrhea. In this video, Dr. Robin Miller explains why -- and how to avoid it.


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