CLEVELAND, Ohio (June 28, 2023)—Whether hormone therapy (HT) can be linked to an increased risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has been debated for years. A new systematic review and ...

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 ...

Because tens of millions of people are used to experiencing acid reflux or heartburn regularly, many don't realize when it becomes a more serious medical condition. Heartburn is the burning sensation ...

Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing ...

Heartburn can feel like a burning in your upper chest, from your breastbone to your throat. Regurgitation causes your stomach contents to flow back up your esophagus, which can create a bitter ...

Long-term GERD, defined as five or more years, is the strongest risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus, a precursor to esophageal cancer. Additional risk factors include male gender, age over 50, obesity ...

A 24-year-old man presents to the emergency department (ED) complaining of sudden-onset dysphagia that began 2 hours earlier while he was eating lunch. He states that it feels as though something is ...

People with heartburn may experience a burning, painful sensation in their lower chest. Daily heartburn may be a symptom of an underlying health condition. Sometimes, it warrants a visit to a doctor.