What Are The Treatment Approaches For Gerd?
- GERD, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Complications
Surgery
Surgical Management Of Barrett's Esophagus
Procedures to Remove the Mucus Lining. Various techniques or devices have been developed to remove the mucus lining of the esophagus. The intention is to remove early cancerous or precancerous tissue (high-grade dysplasia) and allow regrowth of new and hopefully healthy tissue in the esophagus.
Such techniques include photodynamic therapy (PDT), surgical removal of the abnormal lining, or ablation techniques, such as the use of laser, to destroy...
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From Our Experts
Comparing the cost of GERD Surgery vs Medication
A new study from the Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology examined the difference in cost between surgery (laparoscopic Nissen... Read more »
Crying Babies with GERD & Stressed Moms
It seems like mothers are hard wired to respond to an infants' cries with concern and empathy. We all have the image of a mother cradling... Read more »
Adults with GERD Need Their Sleep Too!
I often hear about wedges, pillows and positioning devices for babies with gastroesophageal reflux but adults with reflux also struggle to... Read more »
Accessing Medical Care: One Traveler's Approach
During the busy summer travel season, I am reminded that planning a vacation is very similar to the way I approach accessing medical care.... Read more »
Live from the GI Conference: New GERD Treatment Guidelines
The North American Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN) is in the process of updating the guidelines... Read more »
From Our Sources
FDA Approves Nexium For Short-Term Treatment of GERD in Adoles...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved NEXIUM® delayed release capsules in children ages 12 to 17 for the short-term treatment of... Read more »
Acid Reflux Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Acid suppression continues to be the mainstay for treating GERD that does not respond to lifestyle changes and treatment. The aim of drug therapy is... Read more »
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention There are a lot of things you can do to prevent the symptoms of GERD. Some simple lifestyle changes include: Elevate the head of... Read more »
What are the treatments and drugs used to treat GERD?
Current GERD treatment includes one or a combination of the following therapies: Lifestyle modifications Antacid therapy H2 Receptor antagonists... Read more »
New comprehensive GERD definition promises better treatment
Experts from 18 countries have collaborated on a new definition for gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) in the hope that including new potential... Read more »
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