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 ...

One common symptom is a sore throat. Occasional acid reflux is nothing to worry about. However, if it happens two or more times per week, you may have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If you're ...

If the typical symptoms of reflux disease are present, including heartburn and regurgitation ... To perform wireless pH testing: Your doctor performs an endoscopy and places a small chip in your lower ...

Yepuri, MDMedically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Although you may have been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), that doesn't mean you can't enjoy your life to its fullest.

GERD can cause a number of unpleasant acid reflux symptoms, including heartburn, regurgitation of stomach contents into the mouth or throat, nausea, and difficulty swallowing, among others.

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.

Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GORD), or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), can significantly impact oral health, especially in young patients. The condition causes stomach acid to flow back ...

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 ...

Acid reflux occurs when the muscle ring that allows food into the stomach, the lower esophageal sphincter, relaxes when it should not. The acid then travels back up the esophagus. These tried-and-true ...

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.