Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice supplements offer a promising ... acid reflux, and heartburn. The compound in DGL, known as glycyrrhetinic acid, is believed to help soothe the stomach lining and ...

Atrial fibrillation (AF), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatal hernias are commonly seen in clinical practice. GERD and hiatal hernias have been proposed to be a possible cause of AF.

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a class of very effective and generally safe medicines used to treat heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and gastric ulcers.But not everyone who ...

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 ...

Some doctors thought he might have gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux. Bugay tried numerous treatments for the condition. Nothing made his symptoms any better.

This case vignette of a 3-month-old infant with emesis after feeding and poor growth is accompanied by two essays, one recommending medication and the other supporting nonpharmacologic interventions.

Heartburn, which usually presents as a burning sensation in the chest, is one of the main symptoms of indigestion and is caused by acid reflux. Dr Philip Woodland, consultant gastroenterologist ...

In some cases, a hiatal hernia may lead to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). A hiatal hernia is common in people ages 50 years and older. However, if left untreated, a hiatal hernia may ...

A woman who suffered the debilitating effects of severe acid reflux has described a new implant as "amazing" and "life changing". Danielle Harding, 30, could not eat without enduring severe ...

Heartburn and heart attacks are often mistaken due to similar chest pain. Heartburn is related to acid reflux, occurring after meals and worsens when lying down. Heart attack pain is severe ...