GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) and Barrett’s esophagus (BE) patients have higher rates of obstructive sleep apnea and poor sleep quality. Nearly 20 percent of Americans suffer from GERD, which is chronic heartburn or acid regurgitation. Numerous previous studies have explored the association between GERD and poor sleep quality and have found that GERD patients, on ...click here to read more

Scleroderma is a gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) risk due to excess collagen in the esophagus. Scleroderma (systemic sclerosis) is a condition involving a group of diseases that result in the hardening of the skin and connective tissues. Typically scleroderma affects just the skin, but in some individuals it can also affect structures of the body ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever had spicy food you know the burning sensation that can follow. You probably reach for an over-the-counter heartburn medication to offer some relief. But new research suggests this can actually harm your heart in the long run. Heartburn is the result of acid from the stomach moving up into the esophagus. You ...click here to read more

That burning sensation followed by a foul taste in your mouth happening far too often when you eat? Forget blowing through those bottles of antacids and get to the bottom of your problem. It could be gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly called GERD. It definitely makes the list of the top 10 digestive diseases in America. ...click here to read more

If you suffer from bloating, gas or indigestion, you’re not alone.  Gastrointestinal issues are a common problem in today’s society.  While the symptoms of gastrointestinal issues may be uncomfortable and embarrassing to talk about, it is essential that you learn what’s going on with your body so that you can manage your symptoms appropriately. This ...click here to read more