If you suffer from chronic heartburn because of GERD, there are several things that may be triggering your heartburn. Finding out what these are can help you make changes in ... Read More

A poster asks: "I have heard that Doctors are finding that 'spells' of intense sneezing and itching all over can be attributed to GERD and possibly Hiatal Hernia. Does anyone know ... Read More

A grandparent asks: "I have a 2mo old granddaughter who has strange episodes of stiffening up her limbs and turning red and holding her breath. She has done this a number ... Read More

Carol writes: "I used to have terrible pain every time I ate something, and then it quit suddenly. Just went away. A few years later I was having trouble swallowing, and ... Read More

The following guides will give you step-by-step information about the different digestive disorders that can cause heartburn. Learn what causes them, what the symptoms are, how they are treated, and ... Read More

There are two categories of hiatal hernias, sliding or paraesophageal. With paraesophageal hernias, the gastro-esophageal junction remains where it belongs, but part of the stomach is squeezed up into the ... Read More

Under normal conditions, when you eat and drink, the muscle at the bottom of your esophagus closes off so food and liquids will remain in your stomach. This muscle is ... Read More

You've just enjoyed a big meal and are relaxing in front of the TV when it happens. A burning sensation begins to build in the upper abdomen, behind the breastbone, ... Read More

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Florida, Jacksonville, purports that there is an association between acid reflux and a worsening of COPD. The study was small, ... Read More

Long-standing heartburn, especially if it isn't properly treated, may lead to complications. These complications include: Barrett's Esophagus Studies have shown a link between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Barrett's esophagus which, in ... Read More

Four of five American adults use prescriptions or OTC medications weekly. Nearly one-third of adults take five or more different medications. It is estimated that there are at least 1.5 ... Read More

Traveling for business or pleasure can be tough and stressful, especially if you suffer from a chronic condition such as heartburn. Download this podcast to learn how to keep heartburn ... Read More