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Complications of GERD - Informational Articles
You may suffer from heartburn (acid reflux) two or more times a week, and think it's no big deal. But it can become a really big deal. If you are living with acid reflux disease (or GERD), and it goes untreated or is under-treated, the constant acid reflux can begin to irritate the lining of the esophagus. When this happens, complications can set in.
Glossary of Heartburn Related Terms
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 19, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Basics of GERD
GERD occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents reflux back up into the esophagus.
Heartburn and acid regurgitation are the main symptoms of GERD, though some people with GERD don't experience any heartburn episodes. This is why it's important to know all the possible symptoms of GERD.
While the majority of doctors will prescribe a trial of acid-suppressive therapy, and make a diagnosis based on the patient's response to this, there are tests to diagnose GERD a doctor may want to have performed.
Treatment for GERD will usually start with certain lifestyle modifications ...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 19, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Basics of Hiatal Hernias
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes through an opening in the diaphragm, and up into the chest. This opening is called a esophageal hiatus or diaphragmatic hiatus.
Approximately 50 percent of hiatal hernia patients don't experience any symptoms. For the other 50 percent of patients, the these hiatal hernia symptoms may occur. There are a number of contributing factors that can cause hiatal hernias. While some patients with a hernia hernia may also have GERD, GERD doesn't cause a hiatal hernia.
Various tests can be used to diagnose a hiatal hernia, though the tests most often used are the bar...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 19, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Basics of Peptic Ulcers
Peptic ulcers can cause a variety of symptoms, and these vary from patient to patient. Some patients with ulcers have minimal, unusual, or even no symptoms at all. Others may have every symptom. This is why it is very important to consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
It is important to understand the causes of peptic ulcers. In the past, it was believed stress and diet caused peptic ulcers. Later, researchers stated stomach acids (hydrochloric acid and pepsin) contributed to the majority of ulcer formation. Today, however, research shows that most ulcers develop as a result of infection with a bacterium called ...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 19, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Not to Do if You Have Heartburn at Night
If you suffer from heartburn at night, you know how it can cause a restless (or even sleepless) night. Unfortunately, sitting up all night in an effort to avoid the heartburn is not a good option. However, you can learn what NOT to do in order to prevent the heartburn before it begins, and allow you to sleep.
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What Not to Do if You Have Heartburn at Night originally appeared on About.com Heartburn / GERD on Friday, May 9th, 2014 at 11:26:00.Permalink | Comment | Email this (...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 9, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Using Acid Reflux Medications Wisely
If you decide to take medication for any medical condition, you should know how to take that medication wisely. Up to half of all those who take medications do not take them as directed. This could be the result of not reading the labels on the prescriptions bottles or on the bottles of the over the counter meds, missing doses, using medication after it's expiration date, etc.
In order to make sure you lower your risk of having problems with the medications you take, you can follow the tips in this article on using medications wisely.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 9, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Tips for Seniors on the Safe Use of Acid Reflux Medications
As a person gets older, they may be faced with more health conditions that they will need to treat on a regular basis. This includes gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If you are a senior citizen and on various medications, you no doubt know the importance of taking medication safely. Sometimes the difficulty arises when the number of medications, and medical conditions they treat, increases. That's a lot to keep organized at times. These tips on safe use of medications can go a long way in helping you with this part of your health care.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 9, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How to Get Heartburn Relief
If you experience heartburn because of having gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a hiatal hernia, a peptic ulcer, or some other digestive disorder, finding heartburn relief is important.
Before starting any treatment or remedy for heartburn, you should talk to your doctor about what is best for you to consider.
Learn how you can get heartburn relief.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - May 9, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Living with a Digestive Disorder
Tips and strategies for living with digestive disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, ulcers, and hiatal hernias. Check out this article on Living with a Digestive Disorder.
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Living with a Digestive Disorder originally appeared on About.com Heartburn / GERD on Monday, April 21st, 2014 at 13:47:10.Permalink | Comment | Email this (Source: Abou...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - April 21, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Digestive Disorders Help Articles
There are many disorders and diseases of the digestive system. Some, like gastroesophageal reflux disease, ulcers, and hiatal hernias can cause heartburn. Others may not heartburn as a symptoms, but because some people who have one of the above mentioned conditions also have other disorders of the digestive system, such as gallstones and gastritis, information is provided for these also. Check out this article Digestive Disorders Help Articles.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - April 21, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Heartburn Friendly Poultry and Fish Recipes
Chicken is a safe choice for most heartburn sufferers. With these recipes you will not only have variety, but you will also get the great taste of many of your old favorites!
Most fish and seafood can make great choices for your meals because they are most often low in fat. This is good for those individuals whose heartburn is triggered by fatty foods. The recipes listed here will give you a variety of healthy dishes, and they will give you great taste too.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - April 20, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
GERD in the Elderly
While GERD affects millions of people, the odds of developing this disorder increases with age. This means the elderly are more likely than younger adults to suffer from GERD.
An elderly patient may not experiences the same symptoms of heartburn with their GERD because their symptoms may be different from what is considered the normal symptoms of the disease. Learn what these symptoms are and how GERD in the elderly can be treated.
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - April 20, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Women and Heartburn
In most cases, what triggers heartburn for women are the same triggers for men. There are, however, a couple circumstances that are unique to women: Pregnancy and progesterone. Why does pregnancy cause heartburn anyway? What other factors cause heartburn for women (and men)? Read more about women and heartburn.
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Women and Heartburn originally appeared on About.com Heartburn / GERD on Sunday, Ap...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - April 20, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Heartburn Friendly Dinner Recipes - Pork Recipes
Pork is often called "the other white meat" and is often as lean as chicken. Pork tenderloin is especially lean. While ham is often thought to be a fatty meat, you can find low fat types. The recipes here are heartburn-friendly. Many of them are low fat, which can be good for you because fat is sometimes a heartburn trigger. Leaner meats and low fat ingredients cut down on fat content.
You can start enjoying these heartburn friendly pork dinner recipes today!
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Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - April 20, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Heartburn Friendly Casserole, Stew, and Pasta Recipes
These casserole and stew recipes are tasty, filling, but are safer for heartburn sufferers to eat than other casserole and stew recipes. They don't contain many of the ingredients, such as spices that can cause heartburn, that some casserole and stew recipes do. If the recipes call for ingredients that trigger your heartburn, such as onions, you can easily leave than ingredient out.
Pasta is a staple most people have in their pantries, and it has been used to make a lot of great dishes. The following recipes go way beyond simple macaroni and cheese. Pasta can be a good choice of food for heartburn sufferers, since...
Source: About Heartburn / Acid Reflux - April 20, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
