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Heartburn / GERD Blog with Sharon Gillson December 2008 Archive

By Sharon Gillson, About.com Guide to Heartburn / GERD since 2003

Preventing Heartburn at Holiday Parties

Tuesday December 30, 2008
The holidays are filled with feasts and festivities -- and sometimes heartburn, too. Here's how to avoid holiday heartburn.

Fewer Hospitalizations for Upper G.I. Bleeding

Tuesday December 23, 2008
According to a report published in the latest News and Numbers from the Agnecy for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), improved treatments for some conditions such as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ... Read More

Heartburn Diet Myths

Thursday December 18, 2008
Many people believe that drinking a glass of milk will help their heartburn. I can remember my grandmother telling us a glass of warm milk could help us with ... Read More

Dietary Needs for GERD Sufferers

Sunday December 7, 2008
Anyone suffering from heartburn needs have a special acid reflux diet. Below you will find resources to help you with what foods are safe to consume, what foods to avoid, ... Read More

Acid Reflux Treatment: Fundoplication

Sunday December 7, 2008
Fundoplication is the standard surgical treatment for GERD. It can also be used to repair a type of hiatal hernia called a para-esophageal hernia The purpose of the surgery is ... Read More

Treatment for Acid Reflux: Radiofrequency Treatment

Sunday December 7, 2008
A minimally invasive endoscopic procedure that's performed on an outpatient basis, the Radiofrequency Treatment is used to treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

Holiday Tips for Children with GERD

Tuesday December 2, 2008
Despite the delights holiday feasts can bring, for many children with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), this may not be a happy dining experience for them. Avoiding foods that can trigger ... Read More

Preventing Holiday Heartburn

Monday December 1, 2008
If you suffer from frequent heartburn, you know that it is very likely to pay an unwelcome visit to your holiday feast. To help ensure the heartburn doesn't spoil your ... Read More
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