An estimated 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux that goes beyond occasional heartburn. Here's ...

Esophageal cancer affects the esophagus lining, causing swallowing difficulty and chest pain. Learn what symptoms to look for ...

Bad breath, also called halitosis, is a common problem. Foods such as garlic, onions, or fish often cause it. Halitosis can ...

GERD is one of the most common GI conditions, but its presentation can be confusing because many of its symptoms overlap with ...

Background/Aim: To determine the roles of gastroesophageal acid reflux (GER) and esophageal dysmotility on typical and atypical GERD symptoms. Methods: Two hundred thirty-six patients (159 females ...

But if the lower esophageal sphincter opens too often or does not close tight enough, stomach acid can reflux, or seep back into the esophagus, causing the burning sensation we know as heartburn.

A multi-site study, backed by an $8 million NIH grant, will evaluate the effectiveness of Lucid Diagnostics' EsoCheck and ...

A minimally invasive therapy, the TIF 2.0 procedure reconstructs the gastroesophageal valve and restores its function as a reflux barrier. TIF 2.0 can also be combined consecutively with a surgical ...

Understanding the symptoms, causes, and risk factors of esophageal cancer is important for early detection and prevention.