Could marijuana smoking be the cause of GERD?
The effect of marijuana on the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease is controversial. A study in 2002 showed that animals given a synthetic marijuana-like substance had an 80% reduction in transient relaxations of the lower esophageal sphincter, which is felt to be a significant cause of reflux. By reducing these relaxation episodes, symptoms of reflux should actually improve. Other smaller studies have shown that use of marijuana can...
Our expert, Jan Gambino, is a writer and mother of teenagers with acid reflux (GERD). Each month she will answer selected reader questions... Read more »
Most experienced teachers have dealt with a variety of chronic health issues and minor injuries in their classrooms. Teachers may recall... Read more »
As most of you know my oldest daughter Melina had acid reflux as an infant and outgrew it. Most of my recent blogs have been about our... Read more »
Obesity is a family affair. If you are overweight or obese, you children are at a much higher risk of being overweight or obese too. Recent... Read more »
Melina introduced me to the world of acid reflux shortly after her birth in 2002. From the beginning we struggled to get her to eat. To... Read more »
GERD is one of the most prevalent gastrointestinal disorders. Nearly 7% of persons in the U.S. experience heartburn daily, 20% experience it monthly,... 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 »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Lifestyle Treatment and PreventionPeople with heartburn should first try lifestyle and dietary changes. Some suggestions are:Avoid or reduce... Read more »
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter - LES, (where the muscle connects the... Read more »
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