Acid reflux occurs when acid flows up from the stomach into the esophagus (food tube) and the mouth. Although occasional acid reflux is common, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may be diagnosed ...

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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Popular drugs for treating acid reflux are more effective at treating some symptoms than others, a new study finds. Specifically, the acid-suppressing drugs such as ...

DEAR DOCTOR K >> I have esophagitis. Could this have been caused by my acid reflux? What can I do about it? DEAR READER >> Yes, it could, and there are treatments. First, some explanation. The ...

Headaches may be related to gastrointestinal issues, such as acid reflux, due to the connection between the gut and the brain. Lifestyle changes, such as avoiding certain foods, staying upright after ...

You've just enjoyed a great meal, maybe with a few drinks. Suddenly your throat is on fire, there's a bad taste in your mouth, and you've got heartburn. This is known as acid reflux, and is one of the ...