Nearly everyone has an attack of heartburn at some point in their lives. In the vast majority of cases the condition is temporary and mild, causing only short-term discomfort. If patients develop persistent gastroesophageal reflux disease with frequent relapses, and it remains untreated, serious complications may develop over time. Complications can include:
I just had my swallowing test. It turns out everything is normal, which is good. But, I still have this annoying sensation that my throat... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to discuss the connection between acid indigestion/acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD) and... Read more »
Throughout the week Jan will be updating the community in a series of posts on the latest research from the American Academy of Pediatrics... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
AntacidsAntacids neutralize acids in the stomach, and are the drugs of choice for mild GERD symptoms. They may also stimulate the defensive systems... Read more »
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Signs and symptoms of Pediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) may include one or several of the following: PAIN: Irritability, constant or sudden... Read more »
Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) occurs when stomach contents come back up into the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) during... Read more »