Diagnosis
There are several techniques and tests used to diagnose acid reflux in everyone from infants to adults. Most of these test will involve some kind of endoscopy procedure, allowing the physician to view the esophagus and note any abnormalities or indications of erosion.
Barium Swallow Radiograph
A barium swallow radiograph is a diagnostic tool used to diagnose GERD. The test identifies structural damage to the…
Barrett's Esophagus
Barrett's Esophagus is a serious complication of prolonged and persistent acid reflux disease in which cells in the lower esophagus begin to mutate and become precancerous.…
Capsule Endoscopy
First approved for use in 2001, the capsule endoscopy uses a pill-sized camera to view the lining of the esophagus and detect abnormalities. The images captured are in color…
PH Monitor Examination
The pH monitor examination is used to determine acid back-up in the esophagus. It is especially useful when an endoscopy has not detected damage to the esophagus but GERD…
Upper Endoscopy
The upper endoscopy is a test used to diagnose GERD and determine its severity and progress. The upper endoscopy is more accurate than a barium swallow radiograph, but…
Hot Topics
As long as there have been illnesses there have been “natural remedies” reported to cure them. This is also the case with Acid Reflux or GERD. There are several items that have been touted as the next remedy for GERD. A…
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