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Lifestyle habits could reduce heartburn

Posted: Dec 16 in Reflux Resources by

Heartburn is a serious problem that affects 20- 40% of the population in the western world. It can interrupt your diet and lifestyle, causing a great pain and even agony. If you are experiencing serious reflux symptoms in Albany or anywhere else, you may want to consider a few ways that lifestyle changes can improve your heart burn and lessen your symptoms. [Read more]

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Acid Reflux FAQ

Posted: Dec 06 in Reflux Resources by

Acid Reflux is an uncomfortable and even painful burning sensation that creeps up your esophagus and into your throat. This is a common condition, affecting a great deal of people every day. Even while experiencing the discomfort, many people do not fully understand the cause of their acid reflux. Here are answers to a few frequently asked questions that may help you overcome the daily occurrence of acid indigestion in Georgia. [Read more]

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Understanding Esophageal Manometry

Posted: Nov 29 in Reflux Resources by

For those with problems swallowing and digesting food, an outpatient test called an esophageal manometry may be required. This is a fancy term for a test used to understand the physiology of how your esophagus functions. The results of this test can be used to help determine the diagnosis of a swallowing problem, and even offer insight on the best methods of treatment. Esophageal manometry evaluates the health of the esophagus. Your esophagus is your “food tube,” the long muscular tube-like structure that connects your mouth to your stomach. Gravity helps move food down from the mouth to the stomach, but your esophagus also helps push food into the stomach by contracting itself in a systematic fashion downwards into the stomach. Disorders in this process can cause problems in swallowing and discomfort, such as chest pain and pain when swallowing. For instance, if your esophagus does not work properly, food can become stuck at the top of your esophagus and cause discomfort during and after your meal. [Read more]

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Risk of Malignancy with Barrett’s Esophagus

Posted: Nov 25 in Reflux Resources by

It is estimated that about 10 to 15 percent of individuals with severe symptoms of GERD will develop Barrett’s esophagus. This is a serious disorder that affects the lining of the esophagus, changing it from normal esophageal tissue into tissue that is similar to the intestinal lining. Reflux symptoms are often the only signs of Barrett’s Esophagus, which are typical of GERD such as frequent heartburn, acid reflux and belching. Although it was reported that individuals with this disorder were at greater risk of developing esophageal Adenocarcinoma, an often fatal type of cancer of the esophagus, according to a recent study, this risk may not be as high as what was previously believed. [Read more]

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Medications to Avoid with GERD

Posted: Nov 14 in Reflux Resources by

Those uncomfortable bouts of heartburn that often follow heavy meals result when stomach digestive acid flows backward through the esophageal sphincter, a ring of muscular tissue separating the stomach and esophagus. As many as 1-in-10 Macon area residents will suffer from acid reflux at some point. For some, acid indigestion will lead to a gastroesophageal reflux disease, a much more serious condition. [Read more]

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PH Testing for Acid Reflux

Posted: Nov 06 in Reflux Resources by

If you have found yourself wondering “what is acid reflux” and “why is it affecting me,” then you are not alone. Acid reflux often begins when your lower esophageal sphincter is weakened and doesn’t close properly after you swallow, allowing food and stomach acid to return back up your esophagus. Typical symptoms can include heartburn, cough and chest pain. If you experience acid reflux more than twice a week, you may have a more serious condition known as GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease. [Read more]

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Health Conditions that lead to GERD

Posted: Oct 26 in Reflux Resources by

Do you suffer from frequent bouts of heartburn? You may have a condition known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, better known as GERD. This chronic digestive disease occurs when the acid within the stomach backs up into the esophagus causing it to become irritated and resulting in the symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux. Oftentimes, other conditions can cause GERD, which if addressed and treated properly can help to relieve symptoms. [Read more]

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Genes Linked to Esophageal Disease

Posted: Oct 18 in Reflux Resources by

Scientists have recently discovered three key genes that have been linked to esophageal diseases. The scientists found that the three genes, ASCC1 , CTHRC1 and MSR1, are much more likely to have mutations in people that have esophageal cancer or Barrett esophagus, which is a precursor to esophageal cancer. The scientists looked at 116 cases of patients suffering from some form of esophageal disease. Of those 116 cases, 11 percent were found to have a mutation in at least one of the three genes. [Read more]

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Treating Heartburn at Home

Posted: Oct 12 in Reflux Resources by

If you think you are experiencing frequent heartburn or acid reflux there is a chance that you have gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. But what is acid reflux, and why are you experiencing it so often? Acid reflux happens when the acids from your stomach travel upwards into your esophagus, most often causing a burning sensation in your chest and sometimes even in your throat. Although it’s important to see your Albany physician if you have persistent acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), there are a few home remedies you can use to treat occasional heartburn at home. [Read more]

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Hernias may cause GERD

Posted: Oct 05 in Reflux Resources by

A hiatal hernia is commonly caused by weak tissues and muscles surrounding the diaphragm, causing part of the stomach to slide into the chest through an opening in the diaphragm, called the hiatus. The majority of people that have a hiatal hernia do not experience any symptoms. However heartburn can often be an indication of a hiatal hernia, especially if the pain occurs after eating or at night in bed. [Read more]

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