Heartburn, acid reflux, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are related, and the terms are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux that ...

Veterinarians in Kansas City want pet owners to take action following the appearance of a disease that can be fatal for animals. A recent rise in leptospirosis cases in local dogs has ...

There is discussion, especially in uninvestigated patients, about whether gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be separated from dyspepsia. If heartburn and regurgitation are the dominant ...

Some of the main risk factors for this disease include smoking, drinking alcohol, a diet lacking in fruits or vegetables, acid reflux disease and the human papillomavirus (HPV). So, one way to ...

Dr. Melia Washington, chief veterinarian at the Pet Resource Center of Kansas City, said all dog owners should be aware of this disease. “It’s a bacterial infection that dogs can get from the ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV/Gray News) - Pet owners in Missouri are being more cautious after a vet issued warnings about a deadly disease uptick. The warning comes as the Pet Resource Center of Kansas ...

To manage acid reflux and stomach ulcers, consider adding alkaline foods like bananas, cucumbers, and avocados to your diet. These foods help neutralize stomach acid, reduce inflammation ...

Although you may have been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), that doesn't mean you can't enjoy your life to its fullest. There are ways to control GERD that won't necessarily make ...

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.