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Health Encyclopedia: Acid Reflux (Gerd) And The Esophagus
- Acid Reflux (GERD) and the Esophagus
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- Acid Reflux Causes
- Risk Factors
- More Acid Reflux (GERD) Symptoms
- Complications
- Barrett's Esophagus
Introduction
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which acids from the stomach move backward into the esophagus (an action called reflux). Reflux occurs if the muscular actions in the esophagus or other protective mechanisms fail.
The hallmark symptoms of GERD are:
- Heartburn: a burning sensation in the chest and throat.
- Regurgitation: a sensation of acid backed up in the esophagus.
Although acid is a primary factor in damage cau...
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Expert & Community Posts
Dr. Eisner Anwers your GERD Questions: Is Nexium safe for kids?
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...children ages 1-11 years for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Both the liquid... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers Your GERD Questions: Swallowing Difficulty
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...communicate well, but I am concerned that this might be acid reflux. What can be done? While... Read more »
Dr. Eisner answers your GERD questions: Natural remedies & heartburn
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...25 years old & have recently been diagnosed with acid reflux. I've been put on omeprazole,... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers Your Questions About Acid Reflux
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...depressed economy, I am having a hard time affording my acid reflux medication. Any suggestions?... Read more »
8 Ways to Treat Acid Reflux During Pregnancy
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...esophageal sphincter pressure thereby increasing acid reflux. Additionally, the growing fetus... Read more »
Health Guide
What is GERD? "
...needed. GERD is a digestive disorder that is referred to by many names. You may have heard GERD called acid reflux disease, reflux disease, acid reflux, peptic esophagitis, reflux esophagitis,... Read more »Acid Reflux GERD Surgery: Fundoplication
...requires a six- to 10-day hospital stay. Click the icon to see an illustrated series detailing gastroesophageal reflux surgery.Laparoscopic Fundoplication. The standard invasive fundoplication... Read more »Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Causes
...cause an acceleration of coronary artery disease, peptic ulcer disease, reproductive disturbances, esophageal reflux, hypertension, fetal illnesses and death, and delayed wound healing.The smoke... Read more »Peptic Ulcers: Diagnosis
...relieved by antacids. The patient may have difficulty swallowing, and there is often regurgitation or acid reflux. [See In-Depth Report #85: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.]Heart Events. Pain due... Read more »Acid Reflux Prevention, Acid Reflux Diets
...very important to take preventative measures before going to sleep. Some suggestions for preventing acid reflux at night are as follows:After meals, take a walk or, at the very least, remain... Read more »Images
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Related News
Surgery-Free Treatments for GERD
January 22, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Two non-surgical treatments may bring relief to patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The painful condition is... Read summary »
Obesity Dangerous for Asthmatics
September 15, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Asthma and obesity is a dangerous combination. New research conducted by Kaiser Permanente shows obese people with the... Read summary »
Getting Over the Urge to "go": Which Surgery is Best?
May 29, 2007By Andrea Hughes, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Many women suffering from urinary incontinence may be able to... Read summary »
Better Eyes in Old Age
May 14, 2007By Andrea Hughes, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Laser eye surgery isn't just for the young. A new study from the University... Read summary »
Surgery on the Smallest Patients
May 05, 2008SAN FRANCISCO (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- It's every soon-to-be parents' worst nightmare. Everything seems OK, and then during a prenatal check-up... Read summary »
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