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Health Encyclopedia: Acid Reflux (Gerd) And The Esophagus
- Acid Reflux (GERD) and the Esophagus
- Highlights
- 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
The High Cost of GERD Medications
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert...prices for patients with chronic conditions such as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) can... Read more »
Dr. Eisner answers your GERD questions: Best time to take Aciphex?
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...lots of plaque. Can it be related to GERD? While acid reflux typically causes heartburn,... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: GERD & Marijuana Link?
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...produced by the stomach, there is a greater chance of acid refluxing into the esophagus. Fatty... Read more »
Study shows increase in hospitalizations for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert...Quality studied the hospital records of patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: Should I Consider Surgery?
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...Every month, Dr. Eisner answers your questions about acid reflux. Email Dr. Eisner at... Read more »
Health Guide
FDA Approves Nexium For Short-Term Treatment of GERD in Adolescents
...NEXIUM® is safe or effective for treating GERD in children under 12 years old. Learn more about acid reflux. Read more »Conclusion"
No one knows why people develop acid reflux disease. Research is under way on many levels to find the cause of GERD and to find additional treatments. The good news is that the vast majority of GERD... Read more »Acid Reflux Causes
...the stomach. In such cases, acid from the stomach backs up into the esophagus. Dietary substances, drugs, and nervous system factors can weaken it and impair its function.Impaired Stomach... 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 »Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors
...anemia.Acid back-up may be inhaled into the airways and cause pneumonia.The infant's life may be in danger if acid reflux causes spasms in the larynx severe enough to block the airways. In fact,... Read more »Images
See a diagram showing the cause and effects of acid reflux.... Read more »
Related News
Surgery-Free Treatments for GERD
January 22, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire)Â -- Two non-surgical treatments may bring relief to patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The painful condition is... Read summary »
Acid-reflux drugs may lead to zinc deficiency
October 02, 2008This Q & A discusses a possible side effect of taking gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) drugs such as Nexium, Prevacid, or Protonix. Read summary »
New GERD drug does well in early tests
October 02, 2008In a recent test of a new acid reflux drug, participants reported that the medication eased the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease. The new... Read summary »
FDA delays review of new heartburn med
October 24, 2008The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has delayed their review of the experimental proton-pump inhibitor TAK-390MR. The medication, which was... Read summary »
FDA approves medical device for GERD surgery
October 02, 2008EndoGastric Solutions has received approval from the Food and Drug Adminstration for a new device to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. The... Read summary »
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