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 moreHelicobacter pylori is a bacteria found in the lining of the stomach wall. It is a fairly common bacteria, present in about 30% of the... Read more »
While searching for a diagnosis for stomach pain some patients may find themselves in the category of functional dyspepsia. GERD and... Read more »
Can Ultram cause or worsen symptoms of GERD? Ultram is a centrally acting pain relief medication that is commonly taken for chronic pain... Read more »
As long as there have been illnesses there have been “natural remedies” reported to cure them. This is also the case with Acid Reflux... Read more »
I recently reached menopause and was started on hormone replacement therapy and have noticed an increase in heartburn. Is there any... Read more »
The common, ulcer-causing bacteria called H. Pylori has been found to reduce the risk of asthma and allergies, and now researchers say it may help... Read more »
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Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a spiral bacteria that specifically and selectively resides beneath the mucus layer next to the stomach (gastric... Read more »
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Gastritis - Helicobacter pylori; H. pylori Treatment Patients who have H. pylori and also have an ulcer are most likely to benefit from... Read more »
A patient wants to know if her acid reflux could be changing the way her thyroid medication works. According to Joe and Terry Graedon at The... 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 »