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 moreGastroesophageal Reflux (GER) is a common condition from infancy to adulthood. However, there are significant differences in the symptoms... Read more »
When you think about it, everyone has a strong opinion about food and eating. One adult may crave crunchy, salty chips while another needs... Read more »
There are many barriers to healthy eating at work, from a rushed or non-existent lunch break to that box of donuts staring at you in the... Read more »
In my previous post we talked about the basics of food refusal and some of the consequences like dehydration and Failure to Thrive. While... Read more »
A few years ago, I compiled a tongue-in-cheek list called, "You Know You have a Child with Severe Reflux When...". Some of the members of... 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 »
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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 »
A doctor with the Mayo Clinic answers a patient's questions on what do to about a new diagnosis of Barrett's esophagus. This condition--which is... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Heartburn. Heartburn is the primary symptom of GERD. It is a burning sensation that spreads up from the stomach to the chest and throat. Heartburn is... Read more »