Knowing the symptoms of following digestive disorders can help you get diagnosis and treatment sooner.
Symptoms of GERD
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents reflux back up into the esophagus. Knowing the symptoms can help you receive a diagnosis and treatment sooner.
Additional Resources:
- Diagnostic tests for GERD
- Complications of long-term GERD
- Gastroesophageal Reflux in infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux in children and adolescents
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Symptoms of Heartburn
Despite the name, heartburn has nothing to do with the heart. Heartburn is a digestive problem that occurs when stomach acid comes into contact with the lining of the esophagus, causing irritation. Most people suffer from heartburn occasionally, usually after a meal. These are the most commonly experienced symptoms of heartburn.
Additional Resources:
- Risk factors for heartburn
- Heartburn prevention tips
- Tips for preventing nighttime heartburn
- Preventing heartburn during pregnancy
- Good foods, bad foods for heartburn sufferers
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Symptoms of Hiatal Hernias
50 percent of hiatal hernia patients don't experience any symptoms. For the other 50 percent of patients, the following symptoms may occur.
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Symptoms of Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the esophagus. It is important to know what the symptoms are for this type of cancer.
Additional Resources:
- General Information About Esophageal Cancer
- Preventing Esophageal Cancer
- Stages of Esophageal Cancer
- Treating Esophageal Cancer
- Preventing Esophageal Cancer
- Lowering Your Risk of Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagitis Increases Risk of Esophageal Cancer
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Symptoms of Peptic Ulcers
It is important to learn the symptoms of a peptic ulcer in order to quickly receive needed diagnosis and treatment.
Additional Resources:
- Peptic Ulcers--The Basics
- What Causes Peptics Ulcers?
- Symptoms of Peptic Ulcers?
- How Are Peptic Ulcers Diagnosed?
- How Are Peptic Ulcers Treated?
- When Is Surgery Needed For Peptic Ulcers?
- Any Complications of Peptic Ulcers?
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