Aspirus Health General Surgeon Dr. Josh Pogorelec says only surgery can cure GERD. “People believe this disease can be ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, happens when acid from your stomach backs up into your esophagus, the tube connecting your stomach to your mouth. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ...

Trouble swallowing and chronic cough could signal serious GERD complications. A digestive health expert explores when heartburn becomes a cancer risk concern.

Because tens of millions of people are used to experiencing acid reflux or heartburn regularly, many don't realize when it becomes a more serious medical condition. Heartburn is the burning sensation ...

Your doctor will usually base a diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) on whether you have symptoms of the condition and how frequent and severe they are. You may also undergo a test to ...

In the alphabet soup of digestive disorders, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) aren’t just problematic on their own — they often occur together. IBS causes ...

If you're looking for a way to prevent the frequent heartburn that goes along with GERD, some easy lifestyle changes may do the trick. A smarter diet, better sleep habits, and stress relief could help ...

Reflux is one of the most common health complaints among Americans, and the drugs used to relieve it are among the nation’s best-selling meds. Americans spend nearly $13 billion a year on both ...

Hormonal changes during pregnancy can relax the esophageal muscles, leading to stomach acid rising into the esophagus and causing heartburn. As the fetus grows, the expanding uterus puts pressure on ...

Two papers published in a special September 11 edition of the American Journal of Industrial Medicine look more deeply into one of the prominent adverse effects seen among responders to and survivors ...