The esophagus, which is not normally exposed to acid, adapts to acid reflux by becoming more like the stomach or the intestine.

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Endoscopic gastric remodeling reduced GERD symptoms and dependence on proton pump inhibitors in patients with obesity, according to a new study.

It’s not uncommon for parents to bring in their babies or toddlers with complaints of frequent spitting up, irritability ...

Acid irritates and inflames the tissues inside your esophagus, which runs from your stomach up through your chest to your throat. “Almost everyone has experienced an occasional episode of acid reflux.

For advanced stomach cancer, many of the same combinations of drugs can be used, although doctors often prefer combinations of 2 drugs rather than 3 to try to reduce side effects. Some of the most ...

Acid reflux is a common issue. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or GERD is a chronic form. It needs treatment. Several factors ...

The FDA is amplifying a recall from Medtronic for its acid reflux testing system, after the company said it received 33 ...

It is exacerbated by multiple triggers, and one common, often overlooked trigger is gastroesophageal reflux (GER). The prevalence of GER in asthmatics is estimated at between 34% and 80%.

Monsoon season brings relief from the heat, but it also increases the risk of stomach upset and food poisoning. Here are common causes and tips to prevent them.

Introduction: Atrophic gastritis is a risk factor for non-cardia gastric cancer, and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) for oesophageal adenocarcinoma. The role of atrophic gastritis and GORD in ...

Lung inflammation: If acid is breathed into the lungs (aspiration), it can cause swelling in the airways, leading to bronchitis or pneumonia. Nerve stimulation: Researchers believe that reflux acts on ...