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TODAY'S FEATURE ARTICLE:Wednesday January 7, 2009
Acute Gastric Injury Due To High-dose Analgesics
Analgesics, NSAIDs and acetaminophen, are commonly used for the relief of fever, headaches, and other minor aches and pains. The gastrointestinal side effects of NSAIDs are well documented and acetaminophen is accepted to be a safe drug for the gastrointestinal system. ...   Click Here to Read More
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Overview
What is GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus....
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Diagnosis/Symptoms
Radiography of the GI Tract
Also called an upper gastrointestinal (GI) series or simply an upper GI, upper gastrointestinal tract radiography is an x-ray examination of the esophagus, stomach and small intestine...
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Treatment
Non-Surgical Treatments for GERD
Your doctor may recommend over-the-counter antacids, which you can buy without a prescription, or medications that stop acid production or help the muscles that empty your stomach ...
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Prevention
Things you can do to prevent GERD
No one knows why people get GERD. you should talk to your doctor if the problem occurs regularly and causes discomfort. Your doctor may recommend simple strategies...
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Clinical Trials
Clinical Trials and Studies Related to GERD
Participants in clinical trials can play a more active role in their own health care, gain access to new research treatments before they are widely available, and help others...
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We've gathered together many internet links to get you to the information you need on GERD/Heartburn programs, services, and research...
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