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 symptoms are still present in the patient.
A recent study from Reuters Health, confirmed something that I already knew: many adults with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) also have headaches. I have spoken to many parents of older children and teens with GERD and often hear about frequent headaches and even migraines in this group. I offer support and acknowledgement because I…