Dear Dr. Roach: For years, my 80-year-old aunt has been suffering from profound reflux problems that result in vomiting. Her esophagus was surgically detached from her stomach for over a year. Now ...

Some glands in the stomach and duodenum – a segment of the intestine – secrete mucus to protect the lining of the digestive tract from stomach acid. If the balance breaks down, the gastric juices can ...

There might be a link between caffeine and throat tightness. Allergies, molds, and certain digestive problems may cause ...

Chest pain could be a sign of a heart attack or heartburn. Doctors say the difference is not always obvious, so addressing ...

Dear R.L.R.: The combination of auditory and olfactory hallucinations is suggestive of a neurological disorder, such as Parkinson's disease (PD) and the closely related LBD. You are right to be ...

| DelveInsight The gastroesophageal reflux disease market continues to be constrained by a limited number of approved treatment options and persistent unmet needs, particularly among patients who do ...

Khaberni - The Health Care Family Institute newsletter (from the King Hussein Foundation institutes) discusses today, ...

Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton revealed that in the midst of writing his new book he had a cancer scare that required ...

Both his neurologist and primary care physician have assured him he does not have Parkinson's or LBD, but are they correct?

Four gastroenterologists talked to Medscape Medical News about the importance of taking common gut complaints seriously — ...

I am an 88-year-old widower. My wife died six years ago. I live alone, care for myself, drive, and consider myself healthy. I take five prescription meds and seven over-the-counter meds, three of ...

While heartburn medication can be a lifesaver for those suffering from gastric reflux, several studies over the years have ...