A clinical trial led by a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill researcher Nicholas Shaheen, M.D concludes that radiofrequency ablation is an effective treatment for dysplasia (abnormal growth or ... Read More

According to a new study published in JAMA, hospitalized patients who receive acid-suppressive medication (such as Proton Pump Inhibitors [PPIs] and H2 blockers) have a 30 percent increased risk of ... Read More

Do you know what is fact and what is myth about heartburn? There are several well-known myths out there, many of them held as fact for many years until they ... Read More

Although chest pain can be a symptom of acid reflux disease, it can also be a sign of heart disease. If you experience chest pain, see your health care professional ... Read More

The FDA has given its approval for Novartis to market Prevacid 24HR (lansoprazole delayed-release capsules 15 mg) as the over-the-counter (OTC) version of the Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) Prevacid. This ... Read More

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) recently presented the findings of their study that examined the relationship between acid reflux and dental health in children, at the Pediatric Academic ... Read More

What is the most annoying thing about having GERD for you? For me, it is the food I have to avoid in order not to experience heartburn, some of which ... Read More

According to a new study conducted in Australia, current and former smokers face an increased risk of developing Barrett's esophagus. Barrett's esophagus is a condition in which cells in the lining ... Read More

You may need to avoid certain foods if you suffer from heartburn. What foods are your biggest heartburn trigger? How do you cope with food triggers? Any handy tips or ... Read More

Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can vary from person to person and can include hoarseness in the morning, difficulty swallowing, and a persistent dry cough. When did you first ... Read More