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TODAY'S FEATURE ARTICLE:

Thursday March 18, 2010

Severe Acid Reflux: Stomach Wraps Effective in Short to Medium Term

Stomach wrap operations may be more effective than acid suppression tablets in the treatment of severe acid reflux, according to a new Cochrane Systematic Review. The study shows a more pronounced improvement in symptoms shortly after surgery than with drug treatment. ... 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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Organizations

Links to Associations and Medical Organizations

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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