Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) happens when stomach contents come back up into the esophagus. Stomach acid that touches the lining of the esophagus can cause heartburn, also called acid indigestion.

IN TONIGHT’S WOMEN’S DOCTOR IF YOU HAVE FREQUENT HEARTBURN, IT COULD BE A SYMPTOM OF GERD. THAT’S WHEN STOMACH ACID FREQUENTLY FLOWS BACK INTO THE ESOPHAGUS THE TUBE CONNECTGIN YOUR MOUTH AND STOCHMA ...

Most people have experienced heartburn at one time or another, often after a heavy meal. But for some people, that burning pain in the chest can be a frequent occurrence. Gastroesophageal reflux ...

GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – According to the National Institute of Health, a reflux disorder known as “GERD” is one of the most commonly diagnosed digestive issues in the country. Medical professionals ...

As many as one in five people suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD, but they might not know it. Jessica Stout, DO, a gastroenterologist at University of Utah Health, ...

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 ...

Millions of Americans suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly referred to as GERD or acid reflux. With this ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . More than 16% of women with gastroesophageal reflux symptoms developed poor sleep quality in 4 years. The risk ...