Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). You may be diagnosed with GERD if you experience acid reflux more than twice a week. Proton pump inhibitors can help to reduce the symptoms of GERD and prevent complications from arising. What Is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter does… Read more »
Category: Esophageal Issues
7 Symptoms Of Acid Reflux
Most people have experienced the symptoms of heartburn at one time or another. Perhaps you ate too much just before bed and awoke to a burning sensation in your chest. You may have even had some regurgitation of stomach acid into your throat and mouth. While unpleasant, these symptoms are easily treated with antacids or home remedies… Read more »
The Short & Long Term Effects Of Gerd
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, causes both short-term symptoms and long-term effects. Taking steps to manage GERD can reduce the risk of long-term complications, as well as providing short-term relief from symptoms. If you are suffering from GERD, don’t try to ignore it: seek medical advice to prevent serious complications arising later. Short-Term Effects of GERD… Read more »
Understanding Acid Reflux and Heartburn Symptoms
Understanding Acid Reflux, aka Heartburn Do you avoid certain foods because you know they will make you uncomfortable sometime later in the day? Perhaps you prop yourself up to sleep to avoid that burning sensation in the middle of the night. Or it could be that you rely on antacids to get you through the… Read more »
My Infant Has Reflux. Is This Normal?
What Is Infant Gastroesophageal Reflux? Infant reflux, known as gastroesophageal reflux(GER), occurs when the stomach contents come back up into the infant’s food pipe or esophagus. The ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach normally relaxes to let milk pass from the esophagus into the stomach and then tightens again to keep the milk in… Read more »
The Most Popular Foods to Harm and Help Your Acid Reflux
Acid reflux occurs when the acid in your stomach flows up into the esophagus due to the esophageal sphincter being damaged or weakened. For those diagnosed with acid reflux, managing your diet is a good way to relieve symptoms. This includes monitoring the number of acidic foods you consume. Nutrition and stomach problems go hand… Read more »