Acid Reflux Encyclopedia

Table of Contents

  1. Overview
  2. Symptoms
  3. Diagnosis
  4. Treatments
  5. Causes
  6. Getting Help
  7. Related Information
  8. Living With

Acid Reflux

Acid Reflux or gastroesophageal reflux (GER) occurs when the stomach contents reflux or back up into the esophagus...

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Acid Reflux Medications
AciphexDexilantNexiumOmeprazolePantoprazolePrevacidPrilosecProtonixRanitidineReglanZegerid
Acid Reflux OTC
GavisconPepcid ACPepto-BismolPrevacid OTCPrilosec OTCTagamet HBTumsZantac 75Zegerid OTC
Acid Reflux News
Monitoring Heartburn and the Wallet
GERD pH monitoring referral more cost effective than proton pump inhibitor use long term
Heartburn May Fuel Throat Cancer
Acid reflux is another suspected culprit in the disease
Heartburn Meds for Any Size
GERD and erosive esophagitis symptoms improve with PPIs regardless of BMI
Extra Pounds Don't Affect Heartburn Rx
Non erosive reflux and erosive esophagitis success not dependent on body mass index
Sex Hormones Not to Blame for Heartburn
Acid reflux not tied to higher sex hormone levels
Too Many Heartburn Meds Among Vets
Acid reflux medications given in high dosages to US veterans without reducing therapy
Keeping Heartburn on the Down-low
Acid reflux magnetic device keeps acid from going up esophagus
Burning Inside the Burping Baby
Esophagitis risk increases in premature and small babies
Influx of Bad Acid Reflux in England
Barretts disease increased over a decade while acid reflux remained stable
Acid Reflux Latest Videos
Combating Common GI Woes
If heartburn, diarrhea or constipation has you down, check out these simple diet and exercise tips to ease your discomfort.
Understanding Heartburn
Over 60 million Americans suffer from chronic heartburn. Get the basics on acid reflux.
What's That Pain in My Chest
Are those uncomfortable pangs you're feeling in your chest just your standard after-dinner heartburn? Or is something more serious at work?
Treating Heartburn
When you've got acid reflux all you want is relief...fast! Here are some tips that may help put out the fire.
Understanding GERD
Seven million Americans suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease. If you've never even heard of GERD, check out this video for the facts!
Treating GERD
Got GERD? Then you'll want fast relief from that near constant heartburn!
Nexium (Esomeprazole)
A pharmacist explains how Nexium works, why doctors prescribe this acid reflux medication, and common side effects of the drug.
Prevacid (Lansoprazole)
A pharmacist explains how Prevacid works, why doctors prescribe this acid reflux medication, and common side effects of the drug.