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

What we do in our daily lives will often determine whether we suffer from heartburn or not. If you suffer from GERD, your lifestyle habits can have a huge impact. ... Read More

There are several remedies available to treat heartburn. Antacids and H2 blockers, available over-the-counter, are designed to provide temporary relief for the occasional heartburn episode. Proton pump inhibitors, available as ... Read More

According to a recent study, published in the journal Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, US companies who have employees suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are dealing with the significant financial ... Read More

If gastroesophageal reflux disease is not treated effectively, the constant acid reflux can irritate the lining of the esophagus, and serious complication can occur.

During the first couple months of my grandson's life, he had what appeared to be typical episodes of spitting up that many infants experience. As he drew older, however, the ... Read More

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as acid reflux disease, occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents leak back, or reflux, into the ... Read More

People may think eating or drinking certain types of foods, such as milk, will reduce their stomach acid. According to Dr. Spechier, who is a member of the American Gastroenterological ... Read More

About 50% of all people with hiatal hernias do not have any symptoms. For the other approximate 50% of individuals with hiatal hernias who do have symptoms, heartburn is the ... Read More

In some people, certain foods seem to aggravate their ulcer symptoms. For them, they need to restrict or avoid those foods that can cause irritation and excessive acid production which, ... Read More