Acid reflux occurs when stomach acids move upward into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation in the chest or throat ...

Erosive esophagitis typically develops from gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), when stomach acids flow back into the esophagus. Over time, stomach acids can erode (damage) the esophageal tissues and ...

Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have an increased risk for tinnitus, according to a study published ...

If the typical symptoms of reflux disease are present, including heartburn and regurgitation, your doctor may begin treatment without performing specific diagnostic tests. Upper endoscopy allows your ...

In extreme cases, the backflow of stomach acid may even cause bleeding and possibly ulcers. When esophagitis is severe and ...

Over 60 million Americans experience acid reflux monthly, often disrupting sleep. Managing meal timing, sleeping positions, ...

Background/Aim: To determine the roles of gastroesophageal acid reflux (GER) and esophageal dysmotility on typical and atypical GERD symptoms. Methods: Two hundred thirty-six patients (159 females ...

Background: Gastroesophageal reflux occurs mainly during the daytime in patients with Los Angeles grade A esophagitis, but predominantly during the night in patients with grade C and D esophagitis.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a diagnosis made by both primary care providers and specialists. Even though the prevalence of GERD is high, there remains limitations in the current ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common and uncomfortable condition where stomach acid repeatedly flows back into ...

But sometimes, food flows back into the esophagus. That’s acid reflux.1 Why does it happen? Normally, the muscle that separates your stomach from your esophagus (called the lower esophageal ...