Adult GERD: What I have learned so far.
I don't have Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) but I have raised two children with GERD. In addition, I have talked with hundreds of parents of children with GERD, offering support and guidance. That is why I call myself the Reflux Mom.
I do talk with quite a few adults with GERD too. When I tell people that I write a blog about GERD, I often hear, "Oh, I have GERD too." Or, "My ____ (husband/wife/relative) has GERD". So I hear a lot of stories...
The winter holiday season is packed with shopping and celebrations. If you have Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), it can be a real... Read more »
I often hear about wedges, pillows and positioning devices for babies with gastroesophageal reflux but adults with reflux also struggle to... Read more »
In the world of acid reflux I have rarely met someone who had been diagnosed as a child and is still dealing with it. Most of the people... Read more »
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality studied the hospital records of patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) between... Read more »
Acid Reflux from Infancy to Adulthood III: Adults This is part 3 of a 3-part series on Acid Reflux. See Part I: Your Baby and Acid... Read more »
This Phase III clinical trial is a study to evaluate safety and efficacy of the Medigus SRS endoscopic stapling system for the treatment of... Read more »
Researchers say they've discovered that obesity may cause women to have more problems with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) than men. Italian... Read more »
Welcome to My-AcidReflux.Acid reflux disease, also called GERD, is a condition that affects adults, children and infants alike. Receiving a diagnosis... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesAnyone who eats a lot of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or lying down... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
About half of American adults experience GERD at least once a month. People of all ages are susceptible to GERD. Elderly people with GERD tend to... Read more »
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