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Anxiety, depression associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease. ,

Anxiety, depression associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease Anxiety and depression are associated with an increased incidence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), according to a study published online March 19 in Scientific Reports.

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Why You May Wake Up With Heartburn.

Why You May Wake Up With Heartburn Waking up with heartburn in the middle of the night or in the morning is common due to pregnancy or drinking alcohol in the evening. But this "riser's reflux" can also be a sign of conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a long-term digestive condition, and hiatal hernia

GERD (Heartburn) Surgery: Everything You Need to Know.

GERD (Heartburn) Surgery: Everything You Need to Know Surgery for GERD can be effective, both for those who do and those who don’t find that medications work for them.

Colon cancer is increasing in younger Coloradans even as death rate drops for people over 55.

Colon cancer is increasing in younger Coloradans even as death rate drops for people over 55 In 2020, the most recent year with data on cancer cases, 452 people under the age of 55 received a colorectal cancer diagnosis in Colorado, up from 367 a decade earlier—a 23% increase.

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Roughly 20% of Americans suffer from GERD: What it is and how to treat it.

Roughly 20% of Americans suffer from GERD: What it is and how to treat it Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD, is becoming more and more common among adults.

60 million Americans experience heartburn monthly. Here`s what causes it.

60 million Americans experience heartburn monthly. Here Heartburn is pain, discomfort or a burning sensation felt at the bottom of one

Potential drug targets for gastroesophageal reflux disease and Barretts esophagus identified through Mendelian randomization analysis.

Potential drug targets for gastroesophageal reflux disease and Barrett’s esophagus identified through Mendelian randomization analysis Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a prevalent chronic ailment, and present therapeutic approaches are not always effective. This study aimed to find new drug targets for GERD and Barrett’s esophagus (BE). We obtained genetic instruments for GERD, BE, and 2004 plasma proteins from recently ...

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"Dr. Patel was very gentle, kind, attentive to my concerns and listened well. He didn’t seem rushed. He answered all my questions giving me details and even gave me ideas on extra natural supplements that could help my condition in addition to medicinal treatment. " says Reviewer on Healthgrades

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New study links legume consumption to lower risk of colorectal cancer.

New study links legume consumption to lower risk of colorectal cancer In a recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers collated and analyzed 12 studies comprising more than 17 years’ worth of case-control experiments aimed at elucidating site-specific cancer outcomes of legume consumption.

An acid reflux attack can be a sour experience! Know everything you must.

An acid reflux attack can be a sour experience! Know everything you must In an acid reflux attack, a person experiences heartburn generally after meals or when they are lying down. This is a mild burning sensation in the mid-chest. Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, is a more severe form of acid relux. Here there is a backflow of the stomach acid that can actually....

Infant Reflux: Symptoms and Best Formula for Reflux.

Infant Reflux: Symptoms and Best Formula for Reflux If your baby is spitting up frequently after feeding, you can seek advice from your pediatrician about the best formula for infant reflux.

Acid Reflux Headache: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments.

Acid Reflux Headache: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments Acid reflux is the back-flow of stomach contents into the esophagus. It is a less severe form of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), both of which are known to cause acid reflux headaches due to the strong connection between the gut and the brain.

Which Acid Reflux Medicine Should I Use?.

Which Acid Reflux Medicine Should I Use? A wide variety of OTC medications are available to help with your acid reflux symptoms.

Remedies and Habits That Ease Sore Throat from Acid Reflux.

Remedies and Habits That Ease Sore Throat from Acid Reflux Acid reflux occurs when your stomach contents, mostly digestive juices, backflow into your esophagus or throat.

On-demand vonoprazan may replace daily therapy for nonerosive reflux disease.

On-demand vonoprazan may replace daily therapy for nonerosive reflux disease On-demand vonoprazan relieved heartburn within 3 hours in up to 70% of patients vs. placebo.

Why Do I Have Heartburn?

Why Do I Have Heartburn? Heartburn is common, and adults may experience burning in their chest every so often.

How to Treat Acid Reflux in Infants.

How to Treat Acid Reflux in Infants Infant reflux is usually mild and does not need treatment other than simple lifestyle changes to prevent spitting up and discomfort.

Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, or ‘Silent Reflux,’ May Be Behind Your Hoarse Voice.

Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, or ‘Silent Reflux,’ May Be Behind Your Hoarse Voice Silent reflux is a form of acid reflux, but it’s not as well known as its sister illness, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Scientists build on artificial intelligence to create next-generation gastric acid treatment.

Scientists build on artificial intelligence to create next-generation gastric acid treatment Stomach acid is a crucial component of food digestion. However, when the balance of gastric mucosal secretion is disturbed, stomach acid can cause discomfort and, in severe cases, conditions such as gastric ulcers and reflux esophagitis.

World Trade Center firefighters using inhaled medication, steroids at risk for GERD.

World Trade Center firefighters using inhaled medication, steroids at risk for GERD The odds for developing GERD or Barrett’s esophagus went up among firefighters using short-acting beta agonists or steroids.