Persistent and severe acid reflux left untreated can cause several long-term complications in many patients. Patients can experience erosive esphagitis (severe inflammation of the esophagus), severe narrowing of the esophagus and Barrett's esophagus. Some patients even experience weakening of tooth enamel and issues with the throat and airway.
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…
Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide, posted Aspiration in Patients With Acid Reflux I have been asked many times by parents to define aspiration in reference to…
Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide, posted Acid Reflux and Oral Health: Night… As most of you know I myself have dealt with acid reflux disease in my…
Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide, posted Food Refusal in Children with Acid… In order to resolve any child's issue with food refusal the underline medical…
Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide, posted Tube Feeding for Pediatric Acid Reflux In my previous posts we talked at length about food refusal. If you have…