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, ...

Most people hear “acid reflux” and immediately think about that fiery heartburn creeping up the chest after a pizza or a big plate of spicy food. But here’s the thing. Not all reflux shows up with ...

I figured it was just allergies. It seemed logical: My constant throat clearing began last summer, amid a bumper crop of weeds following last spring’s torrential rains. But when that compulsion to ...

Acid reflux is a very common (but also often very annoying or distressing) medical problem that can make your life miserable at times. It may make it feel like your heart or stomach is literally on ...

INDIANAPOLIS — It's that awful burning sensation after a meal or as you lie down to go to sleep – at times searing pain in your chest or esophagus. Nearly one in five Americans suffers from chronic ...

While gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects both men and women, men tend to experience more severe symptoms and complications. Studies show that men have higher acid exposure and are nearly ...

HONOLULU, October 31, 2005 -- Patients with sleep complaints but no heartburn symptoms suffered episodes of nighttime acid reflux according to research presented at the 70th Annual Scientific Meeting ...