Acid reflux is the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus and throat. When the condition becomes chronic, it is referred to as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD occurs when the ...
Background Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a highly prevalent disorder worldwide and developing effective treatment strategies for GERD is a clinical priority. GERD is associated with ...
Recently, I woke up from a nap after eating a large meal and realized how important it is to keep stomach acid to a minimum. My doctors are unsure why I have what they call gastroesophageal reflux ...
Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD A gastrointestinal (GI) disease affects your digestive tract—the path food and drink take through your body and the digestive organs. GI diseases can impact ...