Anyone who eats a lot of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or lying down after eating a large meal high in fatty, acidic foods. Persistent GERD, however, may be due to various conditions, including biological or structural problems.
The band of muscle tissue called the LES is responsible for closing and opening the lower end of the esophagus, and is essential for...
Read moreWhen you are trying to cope with acid reflux pain, it is important that you are not trying to simply cover it up. Instead try to eliminate... Read more »
What can I do to avoid having attacks of esophageal reflux this time of the year? With the holidays just around the corner, whether you... Read more »
I recently reached menopause and was started on hormone replacement therapy and have noticed an increase in heartburn. Is there any... Read more »
When you first get a diagnosis of acid reflux you may have absolutely no clue which foods are triggering your problems. There are certain... Read more »
Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) is a common condition from infancy to adulthood. However, there are significant differences in the symptoms... Read more »
People who have acid reflux--particularly nighttime reflux--may want to avoid sleeping aids, researchers say. In a recent study, scientists found... 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 »
A reader wants to know why acid reflux medications such as Prilosec should be taken for more than one day, rather than simply when symptoms flare.... Read more »
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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: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesAstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals. Nexium for Pediatric Patients. Available online.Brant K. Oelschlager BK, Eubanks TR, Pellegrini CA. Hiatal... Read more »