Barium studies have a very poor sensitivity in diagnosing uncomplicated GERD; however, they have high accuracy for the diagnosis of hiatal hernia, esophageal strictures and esophageal rings.

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic esophageal inflammatory disease of undetermined pathophysiology that results in dense mucosal eosinophilia and esophageal dysfunction. In childhood ...

Bloating can be uncomfortable, but many foods are shown to help you find relief and even prevent it, including fruits, ...

It may be possible to reduce the risk of gestational diabetes by eating a nutritious diet and maintaining a moderate weight. Gestational diabetes develops when pregnancy hormones make a person ...

A dietitian shares safe and supportive weight loss strategies for larger kids. WeightWatchers Points are a way of tracking your food and nutrient intake. Find out what WeightWatchers Points mean ...

things though get problematic when it's severe enough to cause a narrowing (esophageal stenosis) or stricture (esophageal stricture). Affected dogs will have problems keeping food down which causes ...