Partha Nandi MD, FACP
Partha Nandi MD, FACP
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition that happens when the flow of stomach acid backs up into the esophagus. The esophagus is the long tube connecting the throat and stomach, and it is lined with a delicate mucosal layer. This layer can be damaged by the acid in the stomach, and GERD happens when this happens too often or too severely. GERD is a common condition that affects millions of Americans, and most people with the condition don’t require treatment. People with GERD often experience heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest below the breastbone. This happens when gastric acid comes into contact with the lining of the esophagus. There are several risk factors for GERD, including being overweight, having a large waistline, being older than 40, and smoking. Certain foods and drinks can aggravate GERD, including caffeine, alcohol, chocolate, spicy foods, fatty foods, and acidic foods such as tomatoes and citrus fruits.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the most common digestive disorder in the United States. It is a medical condition that happens when acidic contents from the stomach flow back up into the esophagus. GERD can cause a variety of symptoms, including heartburn, regurgitation, and acid reflux into the throat. The most common symptoms of GERD are: Heartburn Regurgitation Acid reflux into the throat Loss of appetite Nausea Vomiting Abdominal pain GERD is caused by a relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). The LES is a muscular valve that sits between the esophagus and stomach. Its primary function is to keep the contents of the stomach in the stomach.
We’ve probably all heard the medical acronym GERD, but how many know it? GERD stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. It frequently occurs when acid and other stomach contents regurgitate into the esophagus. It irritates the esophageal lining. The difference between GERD and heartburn mainly lies in the frequency in which it occurs. GERD is chronic and…
GERD, also known as acid reflux, has many uncomfortable symptoms like heartburn and difficulty swallowing. Currently, it is a condition that many Americans suffer from daily. But can GERD lead to cancer? Today, I want to discuss what is GERD and esophageal cancer, what the symptoms are, how it’s diagnosed, how to treat them, and…
Have you ever been lying in bed, comfortable, warm, and ready to fall asleep, when suddenly, you felt the acidic burn of your stomach contents in your throat? If you have ever felt this, you probably suffer from acid reflux, which experts have described as stomach acid bubbling up into your esophagus and throat. It…
So many of my patients struggle with Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). According to statistics, 20% of the U.S. population suffers from diagnosed GERD, with upwards of 40% complaining of Gerd-like symptoms at least once a month. (1,2) This chronic condition causes daily heartburn, acid reflux, and other frustrating symptoms. Although not a life-threatening condition in…
Acid reflux is one of the most common reasons why my patients visit me in my office in Michigan. Recent statistics from the American College of Gastroenterology say that 60 million Americans experience heartburn (1)at least once a month, with 15 million having symptoms of acid reflux or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) every day. A…
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