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Causes

Anyone who a large amount of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or taking a nap after eating a large meal high in fatty, acidic foods. Persistent GERD, however, may be due to various conditions, including abnormal biologic or structural factors.

Malfunction of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) Muscles

The band of muscle tissue called the LES is responsible for closing and opening the lower end of the esophagus and is ess...

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Expert & Community Posts

Dr. Eisner Q&A #10

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

Hello, everyone. I hope everyone is doing well. I want to thank you all for the great... Read more »

1/21/08 #9 - Migraines, back pain, steroids, meningitis?

By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert

...2-3 months. The attacks always come with severe upper back pain and uncontrollable vomiting (at... Read more »

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GERD Diagnosis

...solution containing barium, then x-rays are taken. This test can show stricture, active ulcer craters, hiatal hernia, erosion, or other abnormalities. The test cannot reveal mild irritation.Upper... Read more »

Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors

...risk for GERD, including older adults, women, alcohol and tobacco users, and patients with asthma, hiatal hernia, or obesity. One study reported that NSAIDs put people at risk for ulcers but not... Read more »

Acid Reflux GERD Surgery: Fundoplication

...twofold:To increase LES pressure and, therefore, prevent acid back-up (reflux).To repair any present hiatal hernia.There are two primary approaches:Open Nissen fundoplication (the more invasive... Read more »

Gallstones and Gallbladder Disease: Diagnosis

...disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis), pneumonia, stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux and hiatal hernia, viral hepatitis, kidney stones, urinary tract infections, diverticulosis or... Read more »

Coronary Artery Disease: Prognosis

...chest pain include:Anxiety attacksGastrointestinal disorders (gallstone attacks, peptic ulcer disease, hiatal hernia, heartburn)AsthmaSpasm in the coronary arteryAbnormalities of the heart... Read more »

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