Stress also affects digestion indirectly through behavior. People under chronic stress may skip meals, overeat, consume more ...

Up to 1.6% of the general population have Barrett's esophagus. It is often associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), as 5-15% of people with GERD develop Barrett's esophagus. Treatment ...

Glenwood, MN - Many people experience heartburn occasionally, especially after eating spicy foods or eating too late at night ...

Endoscopic gastric remodeling reduced GERD symptoms and dependence on proton pump inhibitors in patients with obesity, according to a new study.

If you take OTC proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), you could be among the uncounted. Familiar brands include Prilosec (omeprazole ...

Abstract e18106 Background: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which affects approximately 20% of the U.S. population, has been implicated as a potential risk factor for upper aerodigestive tract ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is associated with a significant increase in the risk for lung cancer, according to study results presented at Digestive Disease Week (DDW), held May 3 to 6 ...

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy has issued new guidelines for diagnosing and managing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), with updated recommendations on endoscopy use ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as gastro oesophageal reflux disease, is more than just the occasional heartburn—it’s a chronic condition where stomach acid keeps flowing ...

What is acid reflux? (Image credit: Getty Images) Research shows that around 20% US adults experience gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a digestive condition commonly referred to as acid reflux.

If your doctor has diagnosed you with acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you're all too familiar with the painful burning sensation in your chest that can sometimes last hours ...