Acid reflux is a very common (but also often very annoying or distressing) medical problem that can make your life miserable at times. It may make it feel like your heart or stomach is literally on ...

Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), is a common condition that happens when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, causing discomfort such as heartburn. It can be triggered by ...

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 ...

Acid reflux is a common digestive issue experienced by everyone at least once in their lifetime. Common triggers include fatty, fried, spicy, and acidic foods; beverages like coffee and alcohol; and ...

NORRISTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Certain foods are known to trigger heartburn. But when it seems everything causes that burning pain, it's time for a specialist, not just the antacids. A local man ...

Your lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a muscular ring that connects your esophagus with your stomach. It relaxes to let food pass through but otherwise stays closed to prevent stomach acid from ...

Airway reflux, also known as laryngopharyngeal reflux, affects millions of people who experience stomach acid reaching their throat, vocal cords, and respiratory passages. Unlike traditional heartburn ...

AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi shared a cheat sheet that can help ease symptoms of acid reflux.

Nov. 3, 2004 (Orlando) -- In a study of 125 patients with gastroesphageal reflux disease (GERD) receiving proton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy, patients' true acid reflux was associated with typical ...