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...
Read moreNERD is the acronym for non erosive esophageal reflux disease. It is loosely defined as the presence of gastroesophageal reflux without... Read more »
In order to resolve any child's issue with food refusal the underline medical issue needs to be treated or resolved. In many instances a... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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 »
Yale researchers say zinc salts may treat acid reflux, and without the side effects of traditional medications. Researchers studied the zinc first in... Read more »
Acid reflux sufferers can experience symptoms of the disorder without ever having heartburn, two new studies suggest. Researchers in both studies say... Read more »
Researchers say that patients who do not get relief from their acid reflux medication may be experiencing non-acid reflux. In a small study, patients... Read more »
About.com is launching a six-part podcast series on coping with heartburn and acid-reflux disease. The series is hosted by Dr. Mona Khanna, a medical... Read more »