Stomach Ulcer Vs. Heartburn
Heartburn gets its name from chest pains caused by stomach acid that washes up into the esophagus. This
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What is H. pylori? Can it be causing my GERD?
Helicobacter 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 »
Nexium extinguished my heartburn, but do I still have acid reflux?
Is it acid reflux or bile reflux? Q: I had been experiencing a lot of heartburn but that seems to have decreased with Nexium. I still... Read more »
An Introduction to Peptic Ulcers
Recently, a friend of mine hurt her back. Her doctor suggested she take ibuprofen and steroids to get rid of the pain.... Read more »
Dealing With Heartburn and Reflux During Pregnancy
During pregnancy it seems like all the rules change. You begin to think about everything that you put into your body but at the same time... Read more »
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Esophagitis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Esophagitis is the inflammation of the esophagus (the muscular tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach).The two principal types of... Read more »
Belching
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Everyone belches or burps at one time or another to relieve gas buildup in the stomach.It may often be embarrassing, but for the vast majority of... Read more »
Acidophilus
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Lactobacillus acidophilus is a lactic acid producing bacteria thought to have beneficial effects on digestion and overall health.Many factors... Read more »
Peptic Ulcers: Treatment for NSAID-Induced Ulcers
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The following drugs are sometimes used to treat peptic ulcers caused by either NSAIDs or H. pylori.AntacidsMany antacids are available without a... Read more »
Hiatal Hernia
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of your stomach protrudes into your chest cavity through a weakness in the hiatus (opening) in your... Read more »
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