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Dousing the fire of GERD

Northwell Health reports that GERD causes frequent heartburn and discomfort. Treatments include lifestyle changes, medication ...
Modified sleeve gastrectomy with fundoplication is more effective than standard sleeve gastrectomy in reducing GERD symptoms ...
Dr. Ken Stewart, Assistant Professor of Primary Care at KCU Joplin details when acid reflux could mean you need to see a physician for more tests. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common ...
However, a newly published meta-analysis in gastroenterology raises a crucial clinical dilemma: Could the treatment itself, intended to heal, paradoxically increase the risk of reflux oesophagitis (RE ...
A genetically susceptible individual is exposed to a food antigen, which activates the immune system and triggers differentiation into Th2 cells that release cytokines with eosinophil properties.
The human esophagus possesses a remarkable ability to deceive both patients and medical professionals, creating intense burning sensations and debilitating symptoms while appearing completely normal ...
Studies confirm that the position in which you sleep plays a significant role in human health - especially for your stomach and your heart.
For patients with Barrett esophagus, anti-reflux surgery may not reduce but rather increase the risk of esophageal cancer compared with anti-reflux medication, a new study suggests. Researchers ...
Last month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Voquenza Dual (vonoprazan fumarate + amoxicillin) and Triple Paks (vonoprazan fumarate + amoxicillin + clarithromycin) for the treatment of ...
Proteomics International has launched PromarkerEso at the ISDE World Congress in Brisbane (18–20 September). PromarkerEso is ...
The study examined people who took a type of heartburn drug called proton pump inhibitors. Proton pump inhibitors are prescribed or sold over the counter under the brand names Some over-the-counter ...