It's normal to have gas or acidity after a big or spicy meal and it's usually not a big deal. When stomach acid moves up for ...

Heartburn isn’t fun to talk about, but it does affect nearly everyone. But while many opt for over-the-counter antacids or prescription meds to keep acid reflux pain at bay, this is an unsustainable ...

The lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a small ring of muscle that connects the esophagus to the stomach. It opens when you eat and closes during digestion to prevent stomach acid from flowing back ...

NORRISTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Certain foods are known to trigger heartburn. But when it seems everything causes that burning pain, it's time for a specialist, not just the antacids. A local man ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Stomach acid reflux or heartburn may be a particular problem for people with breathing problems such as emphysema or bronchitis, known generally as chronic obstructive ...

Regardless, British private GP Dr Ahmed, MBBS, MRCGP, is warning people who have been using omeprazole for six months or more ...

If you’ve ever felt like your chest is on fire after a meal, you’re no stranger to acid reflux. While experiencing occasional reflux is normal, recurrent acid reflux is not. And it may lead to other ...

Late-night eating is rising in India, contributing to acid reflux, heartburn, and digestive problems. Experts warn that ...

People are often worried about stomach problems, and even medications don't have much effect. Let us tell you how you can ...

A small device is fixing a big problem in the United States: acid reflux. A South County Hospital surgeon is the first in Rhode Island to use the device. Acid reflux affects between 10 and 20 % of the ...

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.